abracadabra
interjection/ɐbɾɐkɐˈdabɾɐ/medium
a·bra·ca·da·bra
Definition
A word used in magic tricks or spells, supposedly possessing magical power.
The magician shouted 'abracadabra' and made the dove appear.
'Abracadabra' is a classic phrase associated with stage magic.
Common collocations
magic word abracadabrasay abracadabra
Etymology
Do latim medieval 'abracadabra', possivelmente de origem cabalística ou gnóstica.