cantrap

/ˈkæntræp/
noun
  1. A magic spell or trick, especially one that is playful or mischievous (variant spelling of cantraip).
    • The old tale described a cantrap that could make objects disappear.
    • The witch's cantrap caused the broom to dance around the room.
    • He thought he saw a cantrap being performed at the carnival sideshow.
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