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enchantment

noun en·chant·ment \in-ˈchant-mənt, en-\

: a feeling of being attracted by something interesting, pretty, etc. : the state of being enchanted

: a quality that attracts and holds your attention by being interesting, pretty, etc.

: a magic spell

Full Definition of ENCHANTMENT

a : the act or art of enchanting

b : the quality or state of being enchanted

: something that enchants <the enchantments of sailing>

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13th century

Synonyms: abracadabra, bewitchment, charm, conjuration, spell, glamour (also glamor), hex, incantation, invocation, whammy

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