Houdini

[hoo-dee-nee]

noun

1. Harry Erik WeiszorErich Weiss, 1874–1926, U.S. magician.

Houdini

/ huːˈdiːnɪ /

noun

1. Harry, real name Ehrich Weiss. 1874–1926, US magician and escapologist

Example Sentences

The International Museum and Library of the Conjuring Arts, which is not open to the general public, also holds other items from famous names such as Harry Houdini.

From BBC

Rayner was attempting a "Houdini act" by focusing on "whether she wasn't or was a member at this juncture," and said Labour should instead be asking where it was "going wrong".

From BBC

It seems to have created one of those magician's tricks where they handcuff themselves behind their backs in a locked box - only they lack the escape skills of a Houdini or Blaine.

From BBC

Lipa finished with the psychedelic pop smash Houdini, ratcheting up the tension with a flurry of fireworks as she head-banged to a shredding guitar solo.

From BBC

“But he has the same Houdini qualities of getting out of trouble.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• escapologist