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Counterspell

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

A magic spell that reverses the effects of some other previous spell..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A magic spell that reverses the effects of some other previous spell.
  2. (transitive) To cast a counterspell against.

Example Sentences

The simplest action was fraught with danger, and could only be accomplished with the aid of talismans and counter-spells[.]
Minor accidents had convinced the correspondent that the witch's spell was working on her and she demanded a counter-spell from Simpkins against the ill-wisher.

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What does counterspell mean?

Counterspell means A magic spell that reverses the effects of some other previous spell..

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How do you use counterspell in a sentence?

The simplest action was fraught with danger, and could only be accomplished with the aid of talismans and counter-spells[.]

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