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witchcraft.

The practice of witches; magic, sorcery, or the use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events.

10 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈwɪt͡ʃkɹæft/General-American/ˈwɪt͡ʃkɹɑːft/Received-Pronunciation
  1. The practice of witches; magic, sorcery, or the use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events.

    uncountable · usually
    Wiccans believe in a modernised form of witchcraft.
  2. Black magic; the use of witchcraft for evil means.

    uncountable · usually
    The Bible warns against the use of witchcraft and sorcery.
  3. Something, such as an advanced technology, that seems almost magical.

    uncountable · usually
  4. An irresistible or seemingly magical influence.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From Middle English wicchecraft, wicchecreft, from Old English wiċċecræft, equivalent to witch + -craft.

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