draíocht — meaning in English
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English meaning
- charm noun A quality that makes someone likeable, attractive, or persuasive.
- enchantment noun A feeling of delight and wonder, as if under a spell.
- magic noun The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
- sorcery noun The practice of magic, especially through spells or supernatural power; witchcraft.
- spell noun Words believed to have magical power, or the magical effect they produce.
- witchcraft noun The practice of using magic or supernatural power, especially as attributed to witches.
Senses
draíocht is used for these senses in English:
- charm An object, act or words believed to have magic power (usually carries a positive connotation).
- enchantment Something that enchants; a magical spell.
- sorcery Magical power; the use of witchcraft or magic arts.
- spell A magical effect or influence induced by an incantation or formula. [from 16th c.]
- witchcraft The practice of witches; magic, sorcery, or the use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events.
charm — full definition
- noun A quality that makes someone likeable, attractive, or persuasive.
- noun An object or spoken words believed to bring good luck or magical protection.
- noun A small decorative trinket hung on a bracelet or necklace.
- verb To attract, delight, or persuade someone through pleasing qualities.
- verb To influence or protect someone or something through magic.
enchantment — full definition
- noun A feeling of delight and wonder, as if under a spell.
- noun A magic spell.