Prestidigitation Meaning in English
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释义
A skillful performance of magic tricks, especially with quick hand movements to make objects appear, disappear, or change; sleight of hand.
用法与细微差别
A formal and somewhat old-fashioned word; more common in magic circles or literature than daily speech. Often used interchangeably with 'sleight of hand.' Rarely used for large-stage illusions—mainly for close-up card tricks, coin tricks, etc.
例句
The magician amazed everyone with his prestidigitation.
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He learned prestidigitation to perform card tricks at parties.
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Prestidigitation requires lots of practice and patience.
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His prestidigitation was so smooth that no one saw the coin disappear.
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They hired him for his incredible prestidigitation at the corporate event.
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Some believe prestidigitation is real magic, but it's really all about skillful hands.
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