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magic  /ˈmæ dʒɪk/ ? Meaning of "magic"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) any art that invokes supernatural powers
  2. (n) an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
  3. (adj) possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers

Synonym(s)

conjuring trick, deception, illusion, legerdemain, magic trick, thaumaturgy

Derived Word(s)

magician

Usage(s):

  1. More Beck magic after the jump.
  2. Parliament calling for a ban on magic mushrooms in the Netherlands after a series of incidents.
  3. In the new millennium, magic comes not from God or nature or anything grander or more mystical than a mere human emotion.

Quotes

  1. "I look forward to playing alongside LeBron, Chris Bosh and our teammates, and together representing the great city of Miami. There's magic in the number 3," he said.
    on Jul 8, 2010 By: Dwyane Wade Source: CNN International

  2. James Billington, librarian of the Library of Congress, said the change: "Shows the progress of his mind. This was a decisive moment. We recovered a magic moment that was otherwise lost to history."
    on Jul 7, 2010 By: James Billington Source: Worcester Telegram

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