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mag·i·cal | \ ˈma-ji-kəl 
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\Definition of magical
1 : of, relating to, characterized by, or producing magic : magic magical powers a story set in a magical world a magical charm/spell/incantation an amulet believed to have magical properties
2 : produced by or as if by magic
a magical transformation words that seemed to have a magical effect
3 : extremely or extraordinarily pleasant, enjoyable, or exciting
a magical evening On that first magical morning in London, my heart and spirit turned everything into delight.— Russell Baker The 2008 presidential race was almost a dead heat and the entire year leading up to the election had been a magical time to work on a live satirical sketch comedy show.— Amy Poehler
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magically \ ˈma-ji-k(ə-)lē \ adverb
\ adverb magically transformed
a change that happened almost magically
Some officers seem to rise magically through the ranks, immune to criticism that would trip up others. — Mark Thompson
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adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of magical
: very pleasant or exciting
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