About The Word Incantation
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Incantation
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What's The Definition Of Incantation?
[n] a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
Synonyms | Synonyms for Incantation: conjuration Related Terms | Find terms related to Incantation: abracadabra | bewitchment | conjuration | conjurement | devil | enchantment | evocation | exorcisation | exorcism | exsufflation | hocus-pocus | invocation | magic formula | magic words | mumbo jumbo | necromancy | open sesame | rune | sorcery | witchcraft | witchery | wizardry See Also | charm | invocation | magic spell | spell Incantation In Webster's Dictionary \In`can*ta"tion\, n. [L. incantatio, fr. incantare
to chant a magic formula over one: cf. F. incantation. See
{Enchant}.]
1. The act or process of using formulas sung or spoken, with
occult ceremonies, for the purpose of raising spirits,
producing enchantment, or affecting other magical results;
enchantment. ``Mysterious ceremony and incantation.''
--Burke.
2. A formula of words used as above.
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