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Meaning of abracadabra

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

abracadabra

Pronunciation:/ˌabɹəkəˈdabɹə//ˌæ.bɹə.kəˈdæ.bɹə/

noun

Definitions

  1. A use of the mystical term ‘abracadabra’, supposed to work as part of a healing charm or a magical spell; any spell or incantation making use of the word.

  2. Mumbo-jumbo; obscure language or technicalities; jargon.

    Example: I don’t know all the theoretical abracadabra about how it works, I’m only its pilot.

interjection

Definitions

  1. Used to indicate that a magic trick or other illusion has been performed.

    Synonyms:hey presto