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Black magic

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1 English

1.1 Noun

1.1.1 Usage Notes
1.1.2 Translations

English

Noun

Magic derived from evil forces, as distinct from good or benign forces; or magic performed with the intention of doing harm.
A technique that works, though nobody really understands why.

Usage Notes

When refering to advanced technology, calling something (plain) magic means that it is not understood, but implies that it can be by those versed in the field. Black magic, on the other hand, implies that nobody understands it.

Translations

Slovak: čierna mágia f (1)

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WordNet Definitions

The noun "black magic" has one sense:

black magic

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