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pishogue

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˈpɪʃoʊɡ//

KK: /ˈpɪʃoʊg/

noun
Definition

A type of harmful magic or spell, often associated with evil or dark practices.


Example

The villagers believed that the old woman cast a pishogue on their crops, causing them to wither.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about that old legend concerning the pishogue?
Sloth B
Yeah, they say it can bring bad luck if someone uses it.
Sloth A
I wonder how many people actually believe in that kind of black magic.
Sloth B
Some do, especially around Halloween when the stories come back.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
hex
curse
spell
Antonyms
blessing
favor
grace
Root Explanation

The word 'pishogue' originates from the Irish word 'piseog', meaning a superstition or charm. It refers to a belief or practice that is considered to have magical or supernatural significance.

Memory Tip

Think of the Irish word 'piseog' which relates to superstitions or charms, helping you remember that 'pishogue' refers to a similar concept of superstition.

Visually Confused Words
pirogue
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