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Meaning of the word witch in English

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witch

US /wɪtʃ/
UK /wɪtʃ/
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Noun

1.

a woman thought to have magic powers, especially evil ones, who typically flies on a broomstick and wears a pointed hat

Example:
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The old witch cast a spell on the prince.
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Children dressed as ghosts and witches for Halloween.
Synonym:
sorceressenchantresshagcronemagician
2.

an ugly or unpleasant old woman

Example:
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She called the rude neighbor an old witch.
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Don't be such a witch, just help me out!
Synonym:
hagcroneshrewharpyvixen

Verb

1.

to bewitch or cast a spell on (someone)

Example:
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She tried to witch him with her charms.
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The old tale says a spirit can witch a person's mind.
Synonym:
bewitchenchantcharmspellbindcaptivate
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