Fascination

Fas`ci*na"tion

(?), n. [L. fascinatio; cf. F. fascination.] 1. The act of fascinating, bewitching, or enchanting; enchantment; witchcraft; the exercise of a powerful or irresistible influence on the affections or passions; unseen, inexplicable influence.
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The Turks hang old rags . . . upon their fairest horses, and other goodly creatures, to secure them against fascination.

Waller.
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2. The state or condition of being fascinated.
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3. That which fascinates; a charm; a spell.
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There is a certain bewitchery or fascination in words.

South.
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