fascination

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Fas`ci*na"tion, n. Etym: [L. fascinatio; cf. F. fascination.] 1. The act of fascinating, bewhiching, or enchanting; enchantment; witchcraft; the exercise of a powerful or irresistible influence on the affections or passions; unseen, inexplicable influence. The Turks hang old rags . . . upon their fairest horses, and other goodly creatures, to secure them against fascination. Waller. 2. The state or condition of being fascinated. 3. That which fascinates; a charm; a spell. There is a certain bewitchery or fascination in words. South.