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sorceries

sor·cer·y
S s

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [sawr-suh-ree]
    • /ˈsɔr sə ri/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [sawr-suh-ree]
    • /ˈsɔr sə ri/

Definition of sorceries word

  • noun plural sorceries the art, practices, or spells of a person who is supposed to exercise supernatural powers through the aid of evil spirits; black magic; witchery. 1

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Origin of sorceries

First appearance:

before 1250
One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English sorcerie < Medieval Latin sorceria. See sorcerer, -y3

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Parts of speech for Sorceries

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

sorceries popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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