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witchcraft

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪt͡ʃkɹæft/

The English word “witchcraft” has 4 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The practice of witches; magic, sorcery, or the use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events.
  2. Black magic; the use of witchcraft for evil means.
  3. Something, such as an advanced technology, that seems almost magical.
  4. An irresistible or seemingly magical influence.

Etymology

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

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