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Definition & Meaning of "turn tricks"in English

to turn tricks
01

to engage in sexual activities in exchange for money 

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to [turn] tricks definition and meaning
Idiom
Offensive

What is the origin of the idiom "turn a trick" and when to use it?

The idiom "turn a trick" originated in the world of prostitution, where it refers to the act of engaging in sexual activities in exchange for money. The phrase is used in a more general sense to describe any situation where someone uses their skills or abilities to accomplish a task or achieve a goal.

Examples
The novel follows a woman who turns tricks to survive. 
to  turn  a trick
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to turn a trick
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to perform a clever or skillful action, find a quick solution to a problem, or successfully complete a task or job 

Dialectamerican flagAmerican
Idiom
Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "turn a trick" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "turn a trick" is uncertain. However, one theory suggests that it may have originated from the world of prostitution. In this context, "turning a trick" means to have a sexual encounter with a client for money. Over time, the phrase's meaning has evolved, and it is now commonly used to refer to completing a task or job skillfully. It is often used to describe someone who has completed a task or job in a clever or skillful way.

Examples
He turned a trick and fixed the computer in minutes. 
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