wizardry

noun

wiz·​ard·​ry ˈwi-zər-drē How to pronounce wizardry (audio)
ˈwi-zə-drē
plural wizardries
1
: the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
2
a
: a seemingly magical transforming power or influence
electronic wizardry
b
: great skill or cleverness in an activity
showed real wizardry in legal maneuvering

Examples of wizardry in a Sentence

The Lord of the Rings is a story of monsters, heroes, and wizardry. the wizardry of modern technology
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Word History

First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wizardry was in 1583

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“Wizardry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wizardry. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

wizardry

noun
wiz·​ard·​ry ˈwiz-ə(r)-drē How to pronounce wizardry (audio)
plural wizardries
1
: the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
2
a
: a seemingly magical power or influence
the wizardry of modern computers
b
: extraordinary skill or ability
athletic wizardry
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