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CONJURATION, n. [See Conjure.] The act of using certain words or ceremonies to obtain the aid of a superior being; the act of summoning in a sacred name; the practice of arts to expel evil spirits, allay storms, or perform supernatural or extraordinary acts.
The act of calling or summoning by a sacred name, or in
solemn manner; the act of binding by an oath; an earnest
entreaty; adjuration.
We charge you, in the name of God, take heed; . .
. The act or process of invoking
supernatural aid by the use of a magical form of words; the
practice of magic arts; incantation; enchantment.
Pretended conjurations and prophecies of
that event. A league for a criminal purpose;
conspiracy.
[Obs.] "The conjuration of Catiline."
Sir T. Elyot. | ||||||||