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    Artificios (en. Artifices)

    [aɾ.ti.ˈfi.θjos]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Elements or devices that have been created by humans to fulfill a specific function.
    The artifices of magic surprised all the attendees.
    Los artificios de la magia sorprendieron a todos los asistentes.
    Clever tricks or deceits that are used to achieve a goal.
    He used artifices to obtain information without being discovered.
    Utilizó artificios para obtener información sin ser descubierto.
    Instruments or tools designed elaborately.
    The artifices employed in the construction of the building are impressive.
    Los artificios empleados en la construcción del edificio son impresionantes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'artificium', which means 'art or skill in creation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    war artifices
    Strategies or devices used in warfare.
    artificios de guerra
    with artifices
    In a cunning or deceitful manner.
    con artificios

    Related Words

    artifice
    Trick or deceit used to achieve a result.
    artificio
    ingenuity
    Ability to devise or create something novel.
    ingenio

    Slang Meanings

    Deceptive technique used in the field of entertainment.
    The clown used artifices to make the children laugh.
    El payaso usó artificios para hacer reír a los niños.
    Any trick or ruse in a game.
    The player used artifices to win the game.
    El jugador usó artificios para ganar la partida.