hocus-pocus | BabelNet

ENhocus-pocusNoun

Verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way

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Hocus-pocus is a reference to the actions of magicians, often as the stereotypical magic words spoken when bringing about some sort of change.

hocus pocus

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A meaningless chant or expression used in conjuring or incantation.

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ENhocus-pocusVerb

To play tricks or practise sleight of hand (on someone); (by extension) to cheat, to deceive.

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