HyperDic: escapologist

English > 1 sense of the word escapologist:
NOUNperson escapologist, escape expertan entertainer who is expert in the art of escaping
English > escapologist: 1 sense > noun 1, person
MeaningAn entertainer who is expert in the art of escaping.
Synonymescape expert
InstancesHoudini, Harry Houdini, Erik WeiszUnited States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers (1874-1926)
Broadermagician, prestidigitator, conjurer, conjuror, illusionistsomeone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience
Nounsescapologythe study of methods of escaping (especially as a form of entertainment)

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