incantation/ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃn; ˌɪnkæn`teʃən/ n(a) [C] series of words used as a magic spell or charm 符咒; 咒语; 魔法 chant incantations to the evil spirits 向恶魔念符咒.(b) [U] saying or use of these 念符咒; 用魔法.
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