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sorceress

noun sor·cer·ess \-rəs\

: a woman who practices sorcery

Full Definition of SORCERESS

: a woman who is a sorcerer

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First Known Use of SORCERESS

14th century

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Synonyms: enchantress, hag, hex, witch

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sorceress

noun sor·cer·ess \ˈsȯr-sə-rəs\

Definition of SORCERESS for Kids

: a woman who practices sorcery or witchcraft : witch

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