charmer

noun

charm·​er ˈchär-mər How to pronounce charmer (audio)
plural -s
Synonyms of charmernext
: one that charms:
b
: one that pleases, intrigues, fascinates, or overcomes hostile, harsh, or dubious feeling
especially : an attractive woman

Word History

Etymology

Middle English charmere, from charmen to charm + -ere -er

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“Charmer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/charmer. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

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