When Was Prestidigitation First Used?

The first known use of prestidigitation was in 1859.

Is prestidigitation a real word?

Prestidigitation is the process of doing a magic trick by hand, also called "sleight of hand." ... Digits are your fingers, so someone skilled at prestidigitation has some tricky fingers. One of the most famous prestidigitators in modern history was Howard Thurston, especially known for card tricks.

Who performs prestidigitation?

Prestidigitator meaning. An expert at prestidigitation. One who performs feats of prestidigitation, a sleight-of-hand artist, a magician.

Alexander Ross

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