n. [ F. léger light, nimble + de of + main hand, L. manus. See 3d Leger, and Manual. ] Sleight of hand; a trick of sleight of hand; hence, any artful deception or trick. [ 1913 Webster ]
He of legierdemayne the mysteries did know. Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]
The tricks and legerdemain by which men impose upon their own souls. South. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who practices sleight of hand; a prestidigitator. [ 1913 Webster ]