Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Hocus-Pocus.
How to pronounce hocus-pocus:
UK
Hocus-Pocus - as a noun
Verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hanky pankyjiggery-pokeryskulduggery21skullduggery22slickness15trickery17A meaningless chant or expression used in conjuring or incantation.
Example: "This claim is substantiated by the fact that in the netherlands, the words hocus pocus are usually accompanied by the additional words pilatus pas, and this is said to be based on a post-reformation parody of the traditional catholic ritual of transubstantiation during mass, being a dutch corruption of the latin words "hoc est corpus", meaning this is (my) body, and the credo "sub pontio pilato passus et sepultus est", meaning under pontius pilate he suffered and was buried."
Example Sentences
"I don't believe in hocus-pocus, I prefer logical explanations."
"The magician performed some impressive hocus-pocus tricks."
"The fortune teller's predictions seemed like hocus-pocus to me."
"She used hocus-pocus to convince the audience of her supernatural powers."
"The old book claimed to contain ancient hocus-pocus rituals."
Word Game Points
Is HOCUS-POCUS a valid Scrabble word?
No, hocus-pocus is NOT valid for Scrabble
Is HOCUS-POCUS a valid Words With Friends word?
No, hocus-pocus is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordHOCUS-POCUS is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is HOCUS-POCUS a valid WordFeud word?
No, hocus-pocus is NOT valid for WordFeud
Invalid WordHOCUS-POCUS is not a valid WordFeud word.
