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    witchcraft
    /ˈwɪtʃkrɑːft/

    noun

    • 1. the practice of magic, especially for evil purposes; the use of spells: "children and goods were believed to be vulnerable to the witchcraft of jealous neighbours"

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  2. 4 days ago · Witchcraft is a term usually applied to harm brought upon others through the use of supernatural or occult powers. The person engaging in witchcraft is called a witch, while the act of causing harm may be termed cursing, hexing, bewitchment, or maleficium.

  3. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › WitchcraftWitchcraft - Wikipedia

    Witchcraft is the use of alleged supernatural powers of magic. A witch is a practitioner of witchcraft. Traditionally, "witchcraft" means the use of magic or supernatural powers to inflict harm or misfortune on others, and this remains the most common and widespread meaning. [1]

  4. 1. a. : the use of sorcery or magic. b. : communication with the devil or with a familiar. 2. : an irresistible influence or fascination. 3. a. : rituals and practices that incorporate belief in magic and that are associated especially with neo-pagan traditions and religions (such as Wicca)

  5. WITCHCRAFT definition: 1. the activity of performing magic to help or harm other people 2. the activity of performing…. Learn more.

  6. Oct 15, 2022 · What is witchcraft? Witchcraft is a nebulous term and is hard to distinctly define as it is open to interpretation depending on the practitioner or scholar. As a practice, witchcraft dates...

  7. Aug 9, 2023 · Witchcraft, the practice of magical skills, spells, and abilities, has been a fascinating aspect of human cultures worldwide. Often associated with spirituality, superstition, and folklore, the understanding and interpretation of witchcraft vary considerably across different societies.

  8. Feb 6, 2017 · Witchcraft is the practice of magic and sorcery to positively or negatively influence a situation or person. Though stereotypical concepts of witches are still perpetuated in the modern media, there is more to the concept than an evil old hag and her black cat practicing black magic.

  9. Witchcraft definition: the art or practices of a witch; sorcery or magical influence; magic, especially for evil purposes. See examples of WITCHCRAFT used in a sentence.

  10. WITCHCRAFT meaning: 1. the activity of performing magic to help or harm other people 2. the activity of performing…. Learn more.

  11. noun. /ˈwɪtʃkrɑːft/ /ˈwɪtʃkræft/ [uncountable] (in traditional stories and contexts) the use of magic powers, especially evil ones. to practise witchcraft. She was accused of witchcraft. Want to learn more?