English Explanatory Dictionary

magic word

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Any word that has a magical effect when uttered.
  2. One of the words please, thank you, or hello.
  3. Any word that is considered very significant in a certain situation or context.
  4. A string of text having some special function or purpose.

Pronunciation

/ˌmædʒɪk ˈwɜːd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-magic word.wav /ˌmædʒɪk ˈwɝd/

Word forms

magic word magic words

Synonyms

magical word
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