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Definition of magician

magician

/məˈdʒɪʃ.ən/
ma · gi · cian
Adverb:magically
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Plural:magicians
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Adjective:magical
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• noun

1

An entertainer who performs sleight of hand, stage illusions, and seemingly impossible tricks for an audience.

Example

"The magician amazed the children by pulling a live rabbit out of an empty top hat."

2

A person in folklore, mythology, or fiction who practices supernatural magic or sorcery.

Example

"In the ancient legend, the royal court consulted a powerful magician to lift the curse on the kingdom."

3

A person with exceptional skill, ingenuity, or talent in a particular field.

Example

"Our lead software engineer is an absolute magician when it comes to fixing complex database errors."

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• Rhymes for magician

• Nearby Words

magic
magical
magically
magician
magisterial
magistracy
magistrate

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'magicien', which derives through Latin from Ancient Greek 'magikos', ultimately tracing back to the Old Persian 'magush', referring to a member of the ancient Median priestly caste.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Magician. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/magician
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