Deceptions (5)
'deceptions' is the definition.
('trick' can be a synonym of 'deception')
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for tricks that I've seen before include "Deceptions or illusions as by stage magician" , "Ruses ("how's ____?")" , "Deceptions at the card table." , "Pranks or deceptions" , "Cheats, deceives" .)
(Other definitions for scams that I've seen before include "Frauds (sl.)" , "Fraudulent business schemes" , "fraudulent activities" .)