hoodoo
noun
Hoodoo. African American folk magic practiced predominantly in the southeastern United States through rituals of protection, herbal medicine, charming of objects, and ancestor veneration.
hoodoos
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pluralof hoodoo.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Hikes into the mountains bring you winter views of the hoodoos, a distinct landmark of the Columbia Valley.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 23, 2024
In Norwegian folklore they stand as the nation's great hoodoos, the unexplained phenomena that put the heart sideways in those who have encountered them.
From BBC ● Nov. 19, 2023
They sat in the passenger seat as we descended the scenic drive, and at each lookout point I ducked out of the car to take photos so they could see the hoodoos we were passing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2023
The park, known for its crimson-hued hoodoos in southern Utah, will host its annual astronomy festival from Wednesday to Saturday, featuring day and evening events.
From New York Times ● Jun. 14, 2023
They say when nights are grewsome And hours are, oh! so late, Old Sam steals out And hunts about For charms that hoodoos hate!
From Songs and Other Verse by Eugene Field
