Hypertext Webster Gateway: "incantation"
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) (web1913)
Incantation \In`can*ta"tion\, n. [L. incantatio, fr. incantare
to chant a magic formula over one: cf. F. incantation. See
{Enchant}.]
1. The act or process of using formulas sung or spoken, with
occult ceremonies, for the purpose of raising spirits,
producing enchantment, or affecting other magical results;
enchantment. ``Mysterious ceremony and incantation.''
--Burke.
2. A formula of words used as above.
From WordNet (r) 1.7 (wn)
incantation
n : a ritual recitation of magical words or sounds
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