Glamours

/ˈɡlæmərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of glamour; multiple instances, types, or sources of glamour or enchantment.

Etymology

Simple plural of glamour. The original Scottish 'glamour' (spell/magic) became pluralized as the concept extended to multiple instances of magical allure or stylish appeal.

Kelly Says

In fantasy literature, 'glamours' is used as a technical term for magical disguises—circles back to the original meaning of glamour as actual spellcraft before it meant mere attractiveness!

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