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Definition of dirty trick noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

dirty trick

noun
 
/ˌdɜːti ˈtrɪk/
 
/ˌdɜːrti ˈtrɪk/
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  1. [usually plural] dishonest, secret and often illegal activity by a political group or other organization that is intended to harm the reputation or success of an opponent
    • a dirty tricks campaign
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  2. an unpleasant and dishonest act
    • What a dirty trick to play!
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