spell

Japanese: spell
spell

…A set phrase recited to produce a magical effect, similar to the English word “spell.” There are spells for various effects, such as exorcising illness or misfortune, ensuring the success of a task, blessings, and curses. …

*Some of the terminology explanations that mention "spell" are listed below.

Source | Heibonsha World Encyclopedia 2nd Edition | Information

Japanese:

…呪術的な効果を生むために唱えられる一定の決り文句で,英語のspellにあたる。病気・災厄の祓,作業の成功,祝福(ことほぎ),呪詛(のろい)など,それぞれの効果のための呪文がある。…

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