Meaning ofhoodwinkin English

Verb

1. to deceive using disguise; mislead
   The con artist tried to hoodwink the investor with a fake business plan.
2. to dupe someone with false appearance
   The magician used illusions to hoodwink the audience into believing in magic.
3. to overshadow; make someone oblivious
   The bright lights of the city can hoodwink tourists into thinking it's safe at night.