Feint
/feΙͺΜ―nt/
The meaning and definition of Feint, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
- A movement made to confuse the opponent; a dummy.
- That which is feigned; an assumed or false appearance; a pretense or stratagem.
verb
- To make a feint, or mock attack.
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Origin
From French feint, from Old French feindre, from Latin fingere.
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