shtik

shtik
shtick shtick, shtik shtik(sht[i^]k), n. [Yiddish, pranks; fr. MHG st["u]cke, pieces.] 1. A person's special talent, line of business, or habitual activity. [PJC]

2. (Show business) A comic routine or a specific gag inserted in a show for laughs. [PJC]


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