First Known Use: 1555
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magus
noun ma·gus \ˈmā-gəs\
plural ma·gi \ˈmā-ˌjī, ˈma-\
Definition of MAGUS
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a : a member of a hereditary priestly class among the ancient Medes and Persians b often capitalized : one of the traditionally three wise men from the East paying homage to the infant Jesus
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Origin of MAGUS
Latin, from Greek magos — more at magic
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