"spellcasting" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: spell + casting Etymology templates: {{compound|en|spell|casting}} spell + casting Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} spellcasting (uncountable)
  1. The casting of magical spells. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Fictional abilities
    Sense id: en-spellcasting-en-noun-tLOotUKO Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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