noun
Uncommon
witchcraft
WIHCHK-rahft
Witchcraft (noun) means the practice of using magic or supernatural power, especially as attributed to witches. Example: “The villagers accused her of witchcraft after the crops failed.”
noun
1
The practice of using magic or supernatural power, especially as attributed to witches.
"The villagers accused her of witchcraft after the crops failed."
"The novel is set during the Salem witchcraft trials."
2
Any skill or effect so impressive it seems almost magical.
"How he fixed that engine with a paperclip is pure witchcraft."
How to use witchcraft
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe practice of magic, or (informally) anything that seems impossibly clever or magical.
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Common pairings
accused of witchcraft
practice witchcraft
black witchcraft
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- Plural
- witchcrafts
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Etymology
From Old English wiccecraft, formed from witch plus craft.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “witchcraft” mean?
The word “witchcraft” means the practice of using magic or supernatural power, especially as attributed to witches. In plain terms, the practice of magic, or (informally) anything that seems impossibly clever or magical.
How do you pronounce “witchcraft”?
“Witchcraft” is pronounced WIHCHK-rahft (/ˈwɪt͡ʃkɹæft/ in IPA).
How do you use “witchcraft” in a sentence?
Here is “witchcraft” used in a sentence: “The villagers accused her of witchcraft after the crops failed.”
What part of speech is “witchcraft”?
“Witchcraft” is a noun.
Where does the word “witchcraft” come from?
The word “witchcraft” comes from Old English. From Old English wiccecraft, formed from witch plus craft.
Is “witchcraft” a common word?
“Witchcraft” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “witchcraft” have?
“Witchcraft” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the practice of using magic or supernatural power, especially as attributed to witches.
