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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Conjuration \Con`ju*ra"tion\, n. [L. conjuratio, cf F. conjuration.] 1. 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; . . . Under this conjuration speak, my lord. --Shak. 2. 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. --Hallam. 3. A league for a criminal purpose; conspiracy. [Obs.] ``The conjuration of Catiline.'' --Sir T. Elyot. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: conjuration n : invoking a spirit or devil [syn: {conjuring}, {conjury}]
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