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witchcraft

/ˈwɪtʃˈkræft/
/ˈwɪtʃkrɑft/
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Other forms: witchcrafts

Witchcraft is a type of magic that involves casting spells and divining the future. Historically, witchcraft was often associated with folk medicine and healing.

The word witchcraft has had many meanings over time and in different parts of the world. It has been dangerous to be accused of practicing witchcraft throughout history, and remains so in some places today. For some, witchcraft is simply the practice of the Wiccan religion, while others see witchcraft as evil, involving the dark forces or magic. You can also use this word to mean a bewitching sort of charm.

Definitions of witchcraft
  1. noun
    the art of sorcery
    synonyms: witchery
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    type of:
    black art, black magic, necromancy, sorcery
    the belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world
Pronunciation
US
/ˈwɪtʃˈkræft/
UK
/ˈwɪtʃkrɑft/
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