The term "magic spell" refers to a set of words, gestures, or rituals that are believed to harness supernatural powers to achieve a specific effect or outcome. It is often associated with the practice of witchcraft, sorcery, or magical traditions, where the practitioner invokes mystical forces to bring about changes in reality, such as healing, protection, or the summoning of entities.
The phrase "magic spell" derives from the Old French word "espel," meaning a word or a story, which in turn originates from the Latin "spiritus," meaning breath or spirit. The word "magic" comes from the Greek "magike," associated with the art of the magi, or Persian priests.