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Trompe

Definition:

Noun: A type of decorative painting technique where realistic images are created to give an optical illusion of real objects or scenes.

Noun: A device or mechanism used to create an auditory illusion, typically in pipe organs or musical instruments.

Verb: To deceive or trick someone by presenting a false appearance.

Examples:

Noun - Decorative Painting:

1. Renowned artists used trompe-l'œil technique to create stunning murals.
2. The trompe on the ceiling of the ballroom made it seem like the room extended infinitely.

Noun - Musical Instrument:

1. The pipe organ's trompe produced an incredible range of sounds.
2. The flutist skillfully played a piece with the help of a trompe device attached to the instrument.

Verb:

1. The con artist successfully tromped his victims into investing in a fake business.
2. She tromped her friends into believing she had won a trip to Paris.

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