incantation

/ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃən/
noun
  1. A series of words spoken as a magic spell or charm.
    • The witch muttered an incantation to make the potion work.
    • The children pretended to cast an incantation to turn their teacher into a frog.
    • He read an ancient incantation from the dusty book.
  2. A rhythmic or repetitive chant, often used in religious or ceremonial contexts.
    • The monks began their evening incantation in the temple.
    • The crowd joined in a slow incantation of the protest slogan.
    • Her voice rose in a soothing incantation during the meditation.
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