prestidigitation
Pronunciation:
/ˌpɹɛstɪˌdɪdʒɪˈteɪʃən//ˌpɹɛstəˌdɪdʒɪˈteɪʃən/noun
Definitions
A performance of or skill in performing magic or conjuring tricks with the hands.
Example: My favorite prestidigitation was when he pulled the live dove out of that tiny scarf.
Synonyms:legerdemainsleight of hand(by extension) A show of skill or deceitful cleverness.
Example: His writing was peppered with verbal tricks and prestidigitation.
Synonyms:legerdemainsleight of hand