Bespell

/bɪˈspɛl/ verb

To enchant or cast a spell on; to bewitch or place under a magical spell.

From 'be-' (to make or cover) plus 'spell' (a magical incantation). 'Spell' comes from Old English 'spel' (a story or saying), which evolved to mean magical words. The be- prefix intensifies or causes the action.

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