magie

Definitions of magie
  1. noun
    an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
    synonyms: artifice, combine, illusion
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    représentation
    the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment
  2. noun
    any art that invokes supernatural powers
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    conjuration
    calling up a spirit or devil
    sorcellerie
    the belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world
    sommation
    calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations
    magie noire, sorcellerie
    the art of sorcery
    type of:
    croynace surnaturelle
    a belief in forces beyond ordinary human understanding
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