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In the Middle Ages the meaning of grammar was not restricted to the study of language, but included learning in general. Since almost all learning was couched in language not spoken or understood by the unschooled populace, it was commonly believed that such subjects as magic and astrology were included in this broad sense of grammar. Scholars were often viewed with awe and more than a little suspicion by ordinary people. This connection between grammar and magic was evident in a number of languages, and in Scotland by the 18th century a form of grammar, altered to glamer or glamour, meant “a magic spell or enchantment.” As glamour passed into more extended English usage, it came to mean “an elusive, mysteriously exciting attractiveness.”
Examples of glamour in a Sentence
Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2025
Combining romance, psychological drama and workplace danger, the film exposes the toxic power dynamics hidden behind the glamour of commercial aviation.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Dec. 2025
While the first two shots – one of the full look, complete with black heels and frills at the bottom of the dress, and one close-up – leaned into glamour, the third was photo-bombed by her son, Gene Fischer.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025
So Stunning Mini Dress Add a bit of glamour to your holiday look with this short cocktail dress from Lulus.
—Julia Fields, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
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“Glamour.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glamour. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.
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