wizardry

noun

wiz·​ard·​ry ˈwi-zər-drē How to pronounce wizardry (audio)
ˈwi-zə-drē
plural wizardries
1
: the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
2
a
: a seemingly magical transforming power or influence
electronic wizardry
b
: great skill or cleverness in an activity
showed real wizardry in legal maneuvering

Examples of wizardry in a Sentence

The Lord of the Rings is a story of monsters, heroes, and wizardry. the wizardry of modern technology
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Cera had reportedly been considered for the role of Jacob Kowalski, a Muggle factory worker who is introduced to the world of wizardry by protagonist Newt Scamander (Redmayne). Daysia Tolentino, EW.com, 25 June 2025 There was lots of offensive wizardry to be viewed from Datsyuk, but also video of his staunch defensive play, responsible positioning and masterful stickwork to pickpocket opposing players. Daniel Nugent-Bowman, New York Times, 16 May 2025 These extraordinary species must be captured to be studied — using, in amusingly stark contrast to the technological wizardry of the observational equipment, a mechanical device not unlike an arcade claw grabber — and of course die once brought to the surface. Guy Lodge, Variety, 31 Mar. 2025 The team never expected Paredes to match Bregman’s defensive wizardry, but what he’s done has exceeded most internal expectations. Chandler Rome, New York Times, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for wizardry

Word History

First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wizardry was in 1583

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“Wizardry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wizardry. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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wizardry

noun
wiz·​ard·​ry ˈwiz-ə(r)-drē How to pronounce wizardry (audio)
plural wizardries
1
: the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
2
a
: a seemingly magical power or influence
the wizardry of modern computers
b
: extraordinary skill or ability
athletic wizardry
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