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Spell

Spehl

/ˈspɛl/

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spell

Dictionary meaning

A verbal formula believed to have magical force.

Examples

  • I whispered a spell as I moved my hands in mysterious ways.
  • The workers spell every four hours.

Synonyms: charm

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