Definitions

1. noun

a skillful trick or deception, especially in magic or confidence tricks

“The magician’s sleight of hand left the audience amazed.”

2. noun

a light or subtle movement, especially of the hand

“She used a sleight of her hand to adjust the jewelry.”

3. verb

to cheat or deceive someone, especially by trickery or magic

“He was accused of sleight of hand in the card game.”

4. verb

to move or do something quickly and skillfully, especially with the hands

“She learned to sleight the violin with ease.”