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Witchery
see synonyms of witcheryNoun
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Witchery
see synonyms of witcherynoun plural -eries
1.
the practice of witchcraft
2.
magical or bewitching influence or charm
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Witchery
see synonyms of witchery nounWord forms: plural ˈwitcheries
1.
witchcraft; sorcery
2.
bewitching charm; fascination
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Witchery
see synonyms of witcheryn.
1. A person, especially a woman, claiming or popularly believed to possess magical powers and practice sorcery.
2. A believer or follower of Wicca; a Wiccan.
3.
a. Offensive An old woman considered to be ugly or frightening.
b. A woman considered to be spiteful or overbearing.
c. Informal A woman or girl considered to be charming or fascinating.
4. One particularly skilled or competent at one's craft: "A witch of a writer, [she] is capable of developing an intensity that verges on ferocity" (Peter S. Prescott).
v. witched, witch·ing, witch·es
v.tr.
1. To work or cast a spell on; bewitch.
2. To cause, bring, or effect by witchcraft.
v.intr.
To use a divining rod to find underground water or minerals; dowse.
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