warlock Meaning, Definition & Usage

War"lock noun

Etymology

OE. warloghe a deceiver, a name or the Devil, AS. wrloga a belier or breaker of his agreement, word, or pledge; wr covenant, troth (aki to L. verus true; see Very) + loga a liar (in comp.), leógan to lie. See 3d Lie.

Definitions

1. A male witch; a wizard; a sprite; an imp. Written also warluck. Dryden.

   It was Eyvind Kallda's crew Of warlocks blue, With their caps of darkness hooded! Longfellow.

War"lock adjective

Definitions

1. Of or pertaining to a warlock or warlock; impish. R.

   Thou shalt win the warlock fight. J. R. Drak.