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incantation (noun)
in·can·ta·tion (ĭn′kăn-tā′shən)

Meaning:
1.  Ritual recitation of verbal charms or spells to produce a magic effect.
2.
a.  A formula used in ritual recitation; a verbal charm or spell.
b.  A conventionalized utterance repeated without thought or aptness; a formula: the pious incantations of the administration.

Synonyms:
conjuration

Usage:
Hagar, the witch, chanted an awful incantation over her kettleful of simmering toads, with weird effect.