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spells

The correct spelling is spells.

How to pronounce spells

noun

Say it like: Spe-lls

The correct spelling is spells. Words or a formula supposed to have magical powers. For example: "He cast a spell to cure warts."

Usage Examples

He cast a spell to cure warts.

under a spell

I find it difficult to spell because I'm dyslexic.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Words or a formula supposed to have magical powers.
  2. 2.A magical effect or influence induced by an incantation or formula.
  3. 3.Speech, discourse.
  4. 4.A shift (of work); a set of workers responsible for a specific turn of labour.
  5. 5.A definite period (of work or other activity).

verb

  1. 1.To put under the influence of a spell; to affect by a spell; to bewitch; to fascinate; to charm.
  2. 2.To read (something) as though letter by letter; to peruse slowly or with effort.
  3. 3.(sometimes with “out”) To write or say the letters that form a word or part of a word.
  4. 4.To be able to write or say the letters that form words.
  5. 5.Of letters: to compose (a word).

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