spellword

/ˈspelˌwərd/

Definitions

1. noun

A sequence of letters that, when pronounced, form a word.

“The teacher wrote the spellword on the blackboard for the students to practice their pronunciation.”

2. verb

To recite or pronounce a word or words in a specific order, often in a magical or ritualistic context.

“The sorcerer began to spellword the ancient incantation to summon the storm.”

Synonyms

  • charm
  • incantation

Antonyms

  • nonsense
  • nonword