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Webster 1913 Edition


Enchantress

En-chant′ress

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Noun.
[Cf. F.
enchanteresse
.]
A woman versed in magical arts; a sorceress; also, a woman who fascinates.
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Webster 1828 Edition


Enchantress

ENCH`ANTRESS

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Noun.
A sorceress; a woman who pretends to effect wonderful things by the aid of demons; one who pretends to practice magic.
1.
A woman whose beauty or excellencies give irresistible influence.
From this enchantress all these ills are come.

Definition 2024


enchantress

enchantress

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Noun

enchantress (plural enchantresses, masculine enchanter)

  1. An attractive woman skilled at using magic; an alluring witch.
  2. A beautiful, charming and irresistible woman.
    She was the enchantress of men's hearts.
  3. A femme fatale.
    His desire for that enchantress led him to financial ruin!

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