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incantation.

The act or process of using formulas and/or usually rhyming words, sung or spoken, with occult ceremonies, for the purpose of raising spirits, producing enchantment, or creating other magical results.

11 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ɪnkænˈteɪʃən/
  1. The act or process of using formulas and/or usually rhyming words, sung or spoken, with occult ceremonies, for the purpose of raising spirits, producing enchantment, or creating other magical results.

  2. A formula of words used as above.

  3. Any esoteric command or procedure.

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Where this word comes from

From Middle English incantacioun, from Old French incantation, from Latin incantatio. More at enchant.

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