The Complete Encyclopedia of Wizarding Charms,
Hexes, Jinxes, and Spells
E.
A.
Underwood (1849-1999), was renowned for his extensive reference collections on such topics as
spell theory, magical creatures, magical ontology, and spell etymology.
Inarguably...
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The Complete Encyclopedia of Wizarding Charms,
Hexes, Jinxes, and Spells
E.
A.
Underwood (1849-1999), was renowned for his extensive reference collections on such topics as
spell theory, magical creatures, magical ontology, and spell etymology.
Inarguably his most
popular piece is one of his first – The Complete Encyclopedia of Wizarding Charms, Hexes,
Jinxes, and Spells.
Now in its twelfth edition, the first incarnation of this legendary encyclopedia
is reproduced here, in memory of one of the greatest lexicographers this world has ever seen.
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Abigo
ah-BIG-oh
Throws back an object.
The name of the object can be stated, though it is often unnecessary; a
"Banishing Charm.
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Ablattero
ah-BLAH-terr-oh
Causes the victim to babble incoherently and incessantly.
Abludificus
ab-loo-DIFF-ih-kus
When cast on an item, prevents anyone from "cheating" with that item.
Often cast on exam
quills.
Acalanthus
ahk-ah-LAN-thus
Temporarily transfigures an object into a giant canary.
Accio
AK-ee-o
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