trick


2trick

verb

Definition of TRICK

transitive verb
1
: to dress or adorn fancifully or ornately : ornament <tricked out in a gaudy uniform>
2
: to deceive by cunning or artifice : cheat

Examples of TRICK

  1. He tricked her by wearing a disguise.
  2. <you tricked me into thinking my ex wasn't coming to the party tonight>

First Known Use of TRICK

circa 1500

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