sleight etymology

Etymology:

• Early 15th century: from Middle English sleght, perhaps from Old Norse slægr, meaning 'skillful' or 'artful'.
• Possibly related to Old English sliht, meaning 'cunning' or 'craftiness'.

Meaning:

1. Adjective: Skillful, clever, or cunning, especially in an underhanded way.
2. Noun: A clever or cunning trick or maneuver.

Origin:

The word "sleight" likely originated from the Old Norse word "slægr," which meant "skillful" or "artful." This word was borrowed into Middle English as "sleght," and it gradually took on a more negative connotation, referring to cunning or underhanded skill.

Over time, "sleight" came to be used in a variety of contexts, including:

• Sleight of hand: A form of illusion or magic that involves manipulating objects with great dexterity and speed.
• Sleight of tongue: The use of clever or deceptive language to persuade or trick someone.
• A sleight: A cunning or clever trick or maneuver.

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