What does "escapologist" mean?

An entertainer skilled in the art of escapology.

What is a synonym for "escapologist"?

Common synonyms include: escape expert, houdini.

Pronounced //ˈɛs.kəˌpɑl.ə.dʒɪst//.

/ˈɛs.kəˌpɑl.ə.dʒɪst/ noun

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Noun

"Houdini was a famous escapologist."

From escapology + -ist.