illusionist
noun
il·lu·sion·ist
i-ˈlü-zh(ə-)nist 
: a person who produces illusory effects: such as
a
: a sleight-of-hand performer or a magician
b
: one (such as an artist) whose work is marked by illusionism
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tried to figure out how the illusionist made his assistant disappear from the stage
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 Dec. 2024
The intimate Encore Theater allows audiences to experience the talents of the illusionist, stunt artist and mentalist up close.
—Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Dec. 2024
Cirque-style entertainment will be available, including stilt walkers, illusionists and stunt performers.
—Nour Rahal, Detroit Free Press, 20 Dec. 2024
Harry Houdini was well known for his disappearing acts, but now the master escape artist and illusionist is set to make a big screen appearance for Walt Disney Studios.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Illusionist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/illusionist. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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illusionist
noun
il·lu·sion·ist
i-ˈlü-zhə-nist
: a person who produces illusions
especially
: a performer of sleight of hand or a magician
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