magician — A person who performs magic tricks for entertainment
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A person who performs magic tricks for entertainment
Pronunciation (IPA): /məˈdʒɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The magician pulled a pizza out of his hat instead of a rabbit, much to everyone's delight.
- My math teacher is like a magician - he makes my free time disappear!
- The young magician practiced his card tricks every day after school.
magician
NOUN[/məˈdʒɪʃən/]
A person who performs magic tricks for entertainment
The magician amazed the audience with an impossible trick.
The magician performed magic for the excited crowd. (MAGIC + PERSON = MAGICIAN → a person who performs magic)
The magician created a stunning vision that challenged every decision.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Ancient Greek magikos (magical), which itself originated from the Persian Magi—Zoroastrian priests known for practicing astrology and ritual magic. The term evolved through Latin and Old French before entering English, gradually shifting in meaning from the mystical arts to entertainment-based sleight of hand.
Breakdown
magikos (Greek, magical) + -ianus (Latin suffix meaning 'belonging to') + -ian (English agent suffix meaning 'person who'). The construction literally means 'one who practices magic.'
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📝Examples
“The magician pulled a pizza out of his hat instead of a rabbit, much to everyone's delight.”
“My math teacher is like a magician - he makes my free time disappear!”
“The young magician practiced his card tricks every day after school.”
“She hired a magician for her daughter's birthday party.”
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