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adj
Engrossing; fascinating; gaining rapt attention; captivating.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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adj
Having the power to bind magically through the agency of a spell.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A spell or enchantment that restrains or constricts someone's actions or freedom of will.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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adjective satellite
attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: hypnotic, mesmeric, mesmerizing
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History
From spell + binding.
Across languages
4 source translations are retained for this English entry.
