SAT vocabulary
Feint
A deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or other movement, especially in boxing or fencing.
Example
"The boxer delivered a quick feint to his opponent's head before aiming a powerful punch at the body."
Etymology
From Old French feindre 'to pretend, feign,' from Latin fingere 'to form, contrive'.
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