/ˈɑːtɪfɪs/ n.1.(deception)欺骗；狡诈；诡计；奸计
They saw through the artifice.他们看穿了骗局。
He was utterly uncomplicated, lacking in artifice or pretence.他十分单纯, 没有什么骗人的伎俩与伪装。
2.(skill)技巧；巧妙
Weegee's photographs are full of artfulness and artifice.维基的摄影作品运用了丰富的艺术手段和技巧。
3.<古>(contrivance)巧妙的装置
They have taught the Turks numerous inventions, artifices, and machines of war.他们把众多发明创造、巧妙装置和战争机器传授给了土耳其人。
4.<废>(craftsmanship)手艺；工艺；技艺