obeah

/ˈoʊbiə/
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Definitions of obeah
  1. noun
    spiritual and religious methods used in Afro-Caribbean practices for protection or guidance
    synonyms: obi
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    type of:
    cult, cultus, religious cult
    a system of religious beliefs and rituals
  2. noun
    those who follow the spiritual and religious methods used in Afro-Caribbean practices for protection or guidance
    synonyms: obi
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    type of:
    cult
    followers of an exclusive system of religious beliefs and practices
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