Definition of «incantation»

An incantation is a spell, charm or magic formula that is spoken with the intention to cast a magical effect. It usually involves speaking words in a specific manner and often includes gestures or movements as well. Incantations are commonly used in rituals, spells and ceremonies related to witchcraft, religion, mythology or folklore. The word "incantation" comes from the Latin verb "incanto", meaning "to sing or chant".

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The witch muttered an incantation while waving her wand, causing the room to fill with a mysterious glow.
The magician recited a powerful incantation, making the audience gasp in amazement as the card levitated from his hand.
In the enchanted forest, the fairy whispered a secret incantation to summon the woodland creatures and ask for their help.
During the ancient ritual, the shaman chanted an incantation to communicate with the spirits and seek their guidance.
The sorcerer spoke an incantation, causing the weather to change dramatically with dark clouds and thunder rumbling in the sky.

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is the very definition of an in - joke as incantations of the protagonist's name trigger gouts of laughter among cast and crew. (filmfreakcentral.net)
In my book, Dying to Religion and Empire, I talk about how some Christians view baptism as a magical incantation in which the right words need to be said in order for the magic spell to actually work. (redeeminggod.com)
She then painstakingly inscribes the delicate patterns of Sufi incantations in graphite across the black surfaces, and across the white ones in graphite, silverpoint and occasionally pencil, on canvases ranging from 11 inches to nearly 75 inches square. (lehmannmaupin.com)
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Definition of «incantation»

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