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  • 1fetich — n. 1. Object of superstition or superstitious awe. 2. Object of unreasoning devotion …

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  • 2Granny Kempock Stone — The megalithic Kempock Stone, popularly known as Granny Kempock (perhaps because of its resemblance to an old woman), stands on a cliff behind Kempock Street, the main shopping street in Gourock. The stone, or menhir, is grey mica schist and of… …

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  • 3mumbo jumbo — /ˌmʌmboʊ ˈdʒʌmboʊ / (say .mumboh jumboh) noun 1. meaningless incantation or ritual. 2. an object of superstitious awe or reverence. 3. unintelligible speech or writing, often intended to be impressive; gibberish. 4. Colloquial superstition;… …

  • 4Magic (paranormal) — For related ideas, see Magic (disambiguation). Magia redirects here. For other uses, see Magia (disambiguation). Magical redirects here. For the song, see Magical (song). Circe Offering the Cup to Ulysses by John William Waterhouse Magic …

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  • 5KABBALAH — This entry is arranged according to the following outline: introduction general notes terms used for kabbalah the historical development of the kabbalah the early beginnings of mysticism and esotericism apocalyptic esotericism and merkabah… …

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  • 6performing arts — arts or skills that require public performance, as acting, singing, or dancing. [1945 50] * * * ▪ 2009 Introduction Music Classical.       The last vestiges of the Cold War seemed to thaw for a moment on Feb. 26, 2008, when the unfamiliar strains …

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