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witchery

Archaic Terms
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Witchery refers to the practice of witchcraft or sorcery, often associated with magical powers.

Detailed Definition
The term witchery evokes a sense of enchantment or supernatural influence, often linked to the mystical practices of witches. In the context of the poem, it suggests a powerful and mysterious force that can shape reality, as seen in the line about the 'witchery in the western hills' that creates an empty throne for ages. This adds a layer of intrigue to the narrative, hinting at the magical elements intertwined with the legend of Camelot.
Example
Example in poetry:
And by what witchery in the western hills A throne stands empty for a thousand years. magic; enhanced: "Witchery in western hills"; Yeats: "Witchery of landscape"; contemporary: "Witchery of words"; educational: "Witchery enchantment in Celtic"; "Empty throne by witchery."
Additional Notes
The word 'witchery' highlights the magical and mysterious forces at play in the poem, as indicated in the quoted line.; Found in the poem, The Myth of Arthur by G. K. Chesterton
Also Known As
sorcery enchantment magical charm bewitching spell
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