Houdini

/huˈdini/
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Other forms: Houdinis

Definitions of Houdini
  1. noun
    United States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers (1874-1926)
    synonyms: Erik Weisz, Harry Houdini
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    example of:
    escape expert, escapologist
    an entertainer who is expert in the art of escaping
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