magician
an entertainer who is skilled in producing illusion by sleight of hand, deceptive devices, etc.; conjurer.
a person who is skilled in magic; sorcerer.
Origin of magician
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How to use magician in a sentence
Nearly 90 years later, a group of magicians still honors their idol with a “Broken Wand” ceremony at his gravesite each year.
Just look to the other magicians who create and perform fully original acts.
Usually, magicians spend months—years—developing new routines.
But what about the magicians who do create and perform their own tricks?
In 2012, according to Saudi Gazette, Saudi authorities arrested 215 supposed magicians.
Will Saudi Arabia Execute Guest Workers for 'Witchcraft'? | Michael Schulson | March 29, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
These scientists have worked miracles before which those of the ancient priests and magicians are mere tricks of hanky-panky.
God and my Neighbour | Robert BlatchfordThe Collahuayas of Peru were a guild of itinerant quacks and magicians, who never remained permanently in one spot.
The Myths of the New World | Daniel G. BrintonThose nervous conditions associated with the name of Mesmer were nothing new to the Indian magicians.
The Myths of the New World | Daniel G. BrintonI have confined myself to a sketch of their progress in England, and to a narrative of the lives of our principal magicians.
Witch, Warlock, and Magician | William Henry Davenport AdamsAs the "great magician of the gods" he uttered charms himself, and was the patron of all magicians.
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria | Donald A. Mackenzie
British Dictionary definitions for magician
/ (məˈdʒɪʃən) /
another term for conjuror
a person who practises magic
a person who has extraordinary skill, influence, or qualities
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