Word Definition

Charm

  1. To subdue or overcome by some secret power, or by that which gives pleasure; to allay; to soothe.
  2. A word or combination of words sung or spoken in the practice of magic; a magical combination of words, characters, etc.; an incantation.
  3. To protect with, or make invulnerable by, spells, charms, or supernatural influences; as, a charmed life.
  4. To make a musical sound.
  5. To make music upon; to tune.
  6. That which exerts an irresistible power to please and attract; that which fascinates; any alluring quality.
  7. To attract irresistibly; to delight exceedingly; to enchant; to fascinate.
  8. Any small decorative object worn on the person, as a seal, a key, a silver whistle, or the like. Bunches of charms are often worn at the watch chain.
  9. Anything worn for its supposed efficacy to the wearer in averting ill or securing good fortune.
  10. To subdue, control, or summon by incantation or supernatural influence; to affect by magic.
  11. A melody; a song.
  12. To use magic arts or occult power; to make use of charms.

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