conjuration Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
    incantation.
  2. noun calling up a spirit or devil
    conjuring; conjury; invocation.
  3. noun an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
    magic; thaumaturgy; legerdemain; conjuring trick; trick; deception; magic trick; illusion.

WordNet

Con`ju*ra"tion noun
Etymology
L. conjuratio, cf. F. conjuration.
Definitions
  1. The act of calling or summoning by a sacred name, or in solemn manner; the act of binding by an oath; an earnest entreaty; adjuration.
    We charge you, in the name of God, take heed; . . . Under this conjuration speak, my lord. Shak.
  2. The act or process of invoking supernatural aid by the use of a magical form of words; the practice of magic arts; incantation; enchantment.
    Pretended conjurations and prophecies of that event. Hallam.
  3. A league for a criminal purpose; conspiracy. Obs. "The conjuration of Catiline." Sir T. Elyot.

Webster 1913