witching
Americannoun
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the use or practice of witchcraft.
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fascination; charm; enchantment.
adjective
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of, characterized by, or suitable for sorcery or black magic.
a witching potion.
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enchanting; fascinating.
adjective
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relating to or appropriate for witchcraft
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rare bewitching
noun
Other Word Forms
- witchingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of witching
before 1000; Middle English wicching (noun and adj.), Old English wiccung (noun), derivative of wiccian to practice witchcraft. See witch, -ing 1, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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Yet these stories have real heft and depth and will linger in the imagination well beyond the witching time of year.
I’m often awake at the witching hours, going on late-night death calls, strolling through the silent corridors of nursing homes.
From Salon
In the afternoon show timed for that sweet spot many parents know well — post-nap and right before the evening witching hours — Pearce pranced, high-fived kids and waved at babies being hoisted in the air.
From Los Angeles Times
The witching hour has begun, a disquieting moment for them to have nothing to do.
From Los Angeles Times
As the witching hour approached, a buzzing crowd mingled, played themed character games and snagged official “Iron Flame” merch as they waited to pick up their limited-edition hardcovers at midnight.
From Los Angeles Times
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