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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the words or sounds that are uttered or chanted as part of a magical ritual or spell, or the act of uttering such words or sounds.
The witches joined in a circle and began their solemn incantation.- similar words:
- charm, magic, spell
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| definition 2: |
the casting of magical spells; magical ritual.
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| definition 3: |
the expression of predictable opinions or responses, likened to the chanting of a spell.
These are just the typical incantations of politicians. |
| related words: |
abracadabra, chant, witchcraft |
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| derivations: |
incantational (adj.), incantatory (adj.) |
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