chicane

About 0.05 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun A quibble, a pedantic or dishonest objection; an act of deception. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
2. noun The use of dishonest means or subterfuge to achieve one's (especially political) goals; chicanery, trickery.
3. noun The holding of a hand without trumps, or the hand itself.
4. noun A sharp double bend on a racecourse, designed to prevent unsafe speeds; an obstacle creating a curve.
5. noun A raised area or other obstacle around which vehicles must drive, especially designed to reduce speed.
6. verb To use chicanery, tricks, or subterfuge.
7. verb To deceive.

Similar words

chouse cheat cavil shaft jockey screw carp chicanery chickenry supercherie

Often followed by

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Word family

chicaned chicanes chicaning