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magus

Syllabification: (ma·gus)
Pronunciation: /ˈmāgəs/

Definition of magus

noun (plural magi /ˈmāˌjī/)

  • a member of a priestly caste of ancient Persia. See also Magi.
  • a sorcerer.

Origin:

Middle English: via Latin and Greek from Old Persian maguš

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