tricknology

English

Etymology

Blend of trick +‎ technology

Noun

tricknology (countable and uncountable, plural tricknologies)

  1. (derogatory) technology used for purposes of trickery
    • 1998, Michael Lieb, Children of Ezekiel, page 143:
      In the genetic universe of Yakub's tricknology, such duping assumes the form of offspring whose ultimate purpose is to wreak havoc on their forebears.
    • 2009, Anthony B. Pinn, African American Religious Cultures, page 240:
      Whites had achieved their power and position through devious means and "tricknology." They had perpetuated "devilish acts" against black people through slavery, brutality, and lynching, and even by using alcohol and narcotics.
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