English dictionary

chicane

noun

Parts of speech

noun verb

Definitions

noun

  1. the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)

noun

  1. a movable barrier used in motor racing; sometimes placed before a dangerous corner to reduce speed as cars pass in single file

noun

  1. a bridge hand that is void of trumps

verb

  1. raise trivial objections

verb

  1. defeat someone through trickery or deceit

Synonyms

trickery chicanery guile wile shenanigan cavil carp cheat chouse shaft screw jockey
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