witch doctor

noun

: a person in some cultures who is believed to have magic powers and to be able to cure illness and fight off evil spirits, curses, etc.

Full Definition of WITCH DOCTOR

: a professional worker of magic usually in a primitive society who often works to cure sickness

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noun

: a person who uses magic to cure illness and fight off evil spirits

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