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magic
('m/&//dZ//I/k )

adjective (a)

  • Pertaining to the hidden wisdom supposed to be possessed by the Magi; relating to the occult powers of nature, and the producing of effects by their agency.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

noun (n)

  • any art that invokes supernatural powers(noun.cognition)
    Synonym:
    thaumaturgy
    source: wordnet30
  • an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    conjuration, conjuring trick, deception, illusion, legerdemain, magic trick, thaumaturgy, trick
    source: wordnet30
  • A comprehensive name for all of the pretended arts which claim to produce effects by the assistance of supernatural beings, or departed spirits, or by a mastery of secret forces in nature attained by a study of occult science, including enchantment, conjuration, witchcraft, sorcery, necromancy, incantation, etc.(noun)
    source: webster1913

adjective satellite (s)

  • possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers(adj.all)
    Example:
    Magic signs that protect against adverse influence.
    A magical spell.
    Synonym:
    charming, magical, sorcerous, witching, wizard, wizardly
    source: wordnet30
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