n. 咒语

[ noun ]
a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
<noun.communication>

Incantation \In`can*ta"tion\, n. [L. incantatio, fr. incantare
to chant a magic formula over one: cf. F. incantation. See
{Enchant}.]
1. The act or process of using formulas sung or spoken, with
occult ceremonies, for the purpose of raising spirits,
producing enchantment, or affecting other magical results;
enchantment. ``Mysterious ceremony and incantation.''
--Burke.

2. A formula of words used as above.

3. The repetitive invoking of old sayings, or emitting a
wordy discourse with little or no meaning, to avoid
serious discussion; obfuscation; as, to defend one's views
with empty incantations.
[PJC]