Found 3 items, similar to incantation.
English → Indonesian (quick) Definition: incantation bacaan, jampi, mantera
English → English (WordNet) Definition: incantation incantation n : a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect [syn: conjuration]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Incantation Incantation \In`can*ta"tion\, n. [L. incantatio, fr. incantare to chant a magic formula over one: cf. F. incantation. See Enchant.] [1913 Webster] 1. The act or process of using formulas sung or spoken, with occult ceremonies, for the purpose of raising spirits, producing enchantment, or affecting other magical results; enchantment. “Mysterious ceremony and incantation.” --Burke. [1913 Webster] 2. A formula of words used as above. [1913 Webster] 3. The repetitive invoking of old sayings, or emitting a wordy discourse with little or no meaning, to avoid serious discussion; obfuscation; as, to defend one's views with empty incantations. [PJC]