Definition of incantation Incantation

/ɪnkæˈntejˈʃʌn/ - [inkanteyshun] - in•can•ta•tion

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What does incantation mean?

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Noun Plural: incantations
incantation - a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
		conjuration
		magic spell, magical spell, charm, spell something believed to bring good luck

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Wiktionary

incantation (Noun)
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.
incantation (Noun)
A formula of words used as above.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

incantation (n.)
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.
incantation (n.)
A formula of words used as above.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

incantation
A words or formula supposed to have magical powers.
incantation
A ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect.

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

incantation
in-kan-tā′shun, n. a formula of words said or sung in connection with certain ceremonies for purposes of enchantment.—n. In′cantātor.—adj. Incan′tatory. [L. incantation-em—incantāre, to sing a magical formula over.]

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incantation, noun, singular of incantations.

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