hocus Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ho"cus transitive verb

Etymology

See Hocus-pocus.

Definitions

1. To deceive or cheat. Halliwell.
2. To adulterate; to drug; as, liquor is said to be hocused for the purpose of stupefying the drinker. Dickens.
3. To stupefy with drugged liquor. Thackeray.

Ho"cus noun

Definitions

1. One who cheats or deceives. South.
2. Drugged liquor.