magic trick

n.

1.

An feat of illusion performed by an illusionist, which appears magical to naive observers.

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Noun

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magic trick - an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers legerdemain, conjuring trick, magic, thaumaturgy, deception, conjuration, illusion, trick performance - the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment; "we congratulated him on his performance at the rehearsal"; "an inspired performance of Mozart's C minor concerto" card trick - a trick performed with playing cards prestidigitation, sleight of hand - manual dexterity in the execution of tricks