witching Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the use or practice of witchcraft
  2. verb cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something
    bewitch; hex; glamour; witch; enchant; jinx.
  3. adjective satellite possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
    magic; wizard; magical; wizardly; charming; sorcerous.
    • charming incantations
    • magic signs that protect against adverse influence
    • a magical spell
    • 'tis now the very witching time of night"- Shakespeare
    • wizard wands
    • wizardly powers

WordNet

Witch"ing adjective
Definitions
  1. That witches or enchants; suited to enchantment or witchcraft; bewitching. "The very witching time of night." Shak. -- Witch"ing*ly, adv.

Webster 1913