noun
enchantress
ihn-CHAHNT-rihs
noun
1
A woman with magical powers, especially one who uses them to charm or beguile.
"In the fairy tale, the enchantress turned the prince into a beast."
2
A captivating, alluring woman.
"She played the role of a glamorous enchantress in the film."
How to Use Enchantress
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA magical or irresistibly charming woman.
Common pairings
wicked enchantress
beautiful enchantress
Word Forms
enchantresses plural
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Etymology
From Old French enchanteresse, the feminine form of enchanteur ("enchanter").