TRICK

Definitions

1. 1. An artifice or stratagem; a cunning contrivance; a sly procedure, usually with a dishonest intent; as, a trick in trade. tricks of the trade mean simply specialized knowledge, in a good or neutral sense. He comes to me for counsel, and I show him a trick. South. I know a trick worth two of that. Shak.
2. 2. A sly, dexterous, or ingenious procedure fitted to puzzle or amuse; as, a bear's tricks; a juggler's tricks.
3. 3. Mischievous or annoying behavior; a prank; as, the tricks of boys. Prior.
4. 4. A particular habit or manner; a peculiarity; a trait; as, a trick of drumming with the fingers; a trick of frowning. The trick of that voice I do well remember. Shak. He hath a trick of Coeur de Lion's face. Shak.
5. 5. A knot, braid, or plait of hair. [Obs.] B. Jonson.
6. 6. The whole number of cards played in one round, and consisting of as many cards as there are players. On one nice trick depends the general fate. Pope.
7. 7. A turn; specifically, the spell of a sailor at the helm, -- usually two hours.
8. 8. A toy; a trifle; a plaything. [Obs.] Shak.