spell 4
noundomain: communication
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
a verbal formula believed to have magical force
Examples
- 1.he whispered a spell as he moved his hands
- 2.inscribed around its base is a charm in Balinese
Hypernym
speech 2
noun
(language) communication by word of mouth
EnglishDerivationally related form
spell 5
verb
place under a spell
Hyponym
incantation 1
noun
a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
hex 1
noun
an evil spell
hocus-pocus 2
noun
a meaningless chant or expression used in conjuring or incantation.
abracadabra 2
noun
a mystical word or expression used in incantations, on amulets, etc., as a magical means of warding off misfortune, harm, or illness.
