"hexcraft" meaning in English

See hexcraft in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Etymology: From hex + -craft. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|hex|craft}} hex + -craft Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} hexcraft (uncountable)
  1. The practice, art, or skill of casting hexes and spells; sorcery; witchcraft Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-hexcraft-en-noun-ta1IwJeL Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms suffixed with -craft

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