Definition of magic
1a : the use of means (such as charms or spells) believed to have supernatural power over natural forcesb : magic rites or incantations
2a : an extraordinary power or influence seemingly from a supernatural source Both pitchers, although they are older, haven't lost their magic.b : something that seems to cast a spell : enchantment all the mystery, magic and romance which belong to royalty alone — J. E. P. Grigg
3 : the art of producing illusions by sleight of hand entertained with acts of jugglery and magic
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Examples of magic in a Sentence
children who believe in magic
a book that explains how to do magic
Both pitchers, though they are older, haven't lost their magic.
Recent Examples of magic from the Web
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Soon magic was replaced almost entirely with modern technology.
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But let the drama burn cleanly rather than manipulatively — celebrate infusing your life with meaning, magic, and mythology by strutting down the street to a personal soundtrack, or slipping into clothing that makes your skin sing.
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And no one can tell them better than the people who were there to see the magic unfold up close.
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Will Malzahn or Kelly recapture their magic, return to the big game and finish the job this time?
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These texts deal with magic—from casting charms to conjuring spirits—and the Newberry is asking for help translating and transcribing them.
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For the members of the Circle City Sidewalk Stompers clown band, magic happens when their musical antics make people laugh.
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Many took a break from their coding to screen an episode of My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, because the collective includes a lot of the cartoon’s superfans.
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This is magic, shamanism, over which language and rational laws do not rule.
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Origin and Etymology of magic
Middle English magique, from Middle French, from Latin magice, from Greek magikē, feminine of magikos Magian, magical, from magos magus, sorcerer, of Iranian origin; akin to Old Persian maguš sorcerer
Other Occult Terms
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Definition of magic
1 : of or relating to magic
2a : having seemingly supernatural qualities or powersb : giving a feeling of enchantment
Examples of magic in a Sentence
a magic potion that makes you able to fly
There is no magic solution to these problems.
Recent Examples of magic from the Web
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Ordered by President Trump to find some bill to repeal-and-replace—or at least repeal—Obamacare, a group of 20-some-odd Republican senators met last night for nearly three hours, and despite optimistic talk no magic new formula emerged.
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July 3 will feature a patriotic sing-a-long, July 10 will feature Reptile World, July 17 entertainment is still to be announced, July 24 will feature a magic show and July 31 will feature Touch-a-Truck.
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King Arthur: Legend of the Sword PG13 Young King Arthur becomes the king of Camelot after pulling a magic sword from the legendary stone.
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Origin and Etymology of magic
see 1magic
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Definition of magic
magicked
;magicking
transitive verb
: to produce, remove, or influence by magic
First Known Use of magic
1906
MAGIC Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of magic for English Language Learners
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: a power that allows people (such as witches and wizards) to do impossible things by saying special words or performing special actions
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: tricks that seem to be impossible and that are done by a performer to entertain people
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: special power, influence, or skill
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Definition of magic for English Language Learners
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: having the power to make impossible things happen : having supernatural power
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: involving the skill of doing tricks that seem to be impossible
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: capable of producing good results very easily
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Definition of magic for Students
1 : the power to control natural forces possessed by certain persons (as wizards and witches) in folk tales and fiction
2 : the art or skill of performing tricks or illusions for entertainment
3 : a power that seems mysterious The team lost its magic.
4 : something that charms They calmed us with the magic of their singing.
Definition of magic for Students
1 : having or seeming to have the power to make impossible things happen She chanted the magic words.
2 : of or relating to the power to make impossible things happen magic tricks
3 : giving a feeling of enchantment It was a magic moment.
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