spell
/spˈɛl/ · 1 syllable
Meaning
noun
- a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation
- a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
“it's my go” - a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition
“he was here for a little while” - a verbal formula believed to have magical force
“he whispered a spell as he moved his hands”
verb
- orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of
“How do you spell this word?” - indicate or signify
“I'm afraid this spells trouble!” - write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word)
“He spelled the word wrong in this letter” - relieve (someone) from work by taking a turn
“She spelled her husband at the wheel” - place under a spell
- take turns working
“the workers spell every four hours”
Synonyms for spell
Antonyms of spell
Words that rhyme with spell
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