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shamanic

/ʃəˈmæn.ɪk/
sha · man · ic
Adverb:shamanically
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1

Relating to or characteristic of a shaman or shamanism, especially involving ritual trance, spiritual healing, or communication with the spirit world.

Example

"The anthropologist documented the rhythmic drumming used during the tribe's traditional shamanic healing ceremonies."

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shamble
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from 'shaman' plus the adjective suffix '-ic'; the root word entered English via German and Russian from the Evenki (Tungusic) word 'šamān', meaning a spiritual practitioner.

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