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wile

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  1. trick                  2. while                 
 
1. wile \'wi-(*)l\ n [ME wil, fr. (assumed) ONG, prob. of Gmc origin; akin 
   to OE wigle d]ivination - more at WITCH 1: a trick or stratagem intended to 
   ensnare or deceive; also : a be guiling or playful trick 2: TRICKERY, GUILE 
2. wile vt [perh. alter. of while] 1: to lure by or as if by a magic spell 
   : ENTICE  2: to pass or spend pleasurably