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witching


Meanings
  • verb

    The act of practicing witchcraft or sorcery.

    - "She was accused of witching against her neighbor."
    - "The witches gathered for their nightly witching rituals."

Variants
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witching , witchings , witch , witched , witches , the witching hour , water witch , water witches , water witching , water witchings
Etymology
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From Old English wicce, meaning 'wise woman' or 'priestess'.


Trivia
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  1. In some cultures, it was believed that witches could fly on broomsticks.

  2. The word 'witch' comes from the Old English word 'wicca', meaning 'wise one'.


Related Concepts
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  1. witchcraft: The practice of using supernatural powers or magic.

  2. sorcery: The use of magic, especially in a way that is considered to be deceitful or harmful.


Culture
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Witching has been a part of various cultures throughout history, including European folklore and modern-day neo-paganism. It is often associated with the use of magic, spells, and divination.

How to Memorize "witching"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of women gathered around a bonfire, dressed in robes and chanting incantations.
    - Visualize a crystal ball filled with swirling mist, revealing hidden secrets.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'witching' with the image of a broomstick and a pointed hat.
    - Link the word to the sound of a cackling laugh.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'witching' starts with the letter 'w' and has the sound of 'itching'.
    - Create a mental image of a 'witch' to help remember the word.


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