sorcerous

Variant of sorcery

sorcery definition

sor·cery (-ē)

noun pl. sorceries -·cer·ies

  1. in the belief of some, the use of an evil supernatural power over people and their affairs; black magic
  2. seemingly magical power, influence, or charm

Etymology: ME < OFr sorcerie < sorcier: see sorcerer

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