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hocus pocus

hocus pocus is the alternative spelling of hocus-pocus.

Meaning of hocus-pocus

Interjection

  1. A phrase used (by a stage magician, etc.) as a magical incantation to bring about some change: abracadabra, hey presto.

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Questions about hocus pocus

What is hocus pocus the alternative spelling of?
Hocus pocus is the alternative spelling of hocus-pocus.

Words near hocus pocus in the dictionary

  1. hocqueteurs
  2. hocum
  3. hocums
  4. hocus
  5. hocus and pocus
  6. hocus pocus
  7. hocus pocuser
  8. hocus pocusers
  9. hocus-pocus
  10. hocus-pocused
  11. hocus-pocuser

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