incantatory

in·can·ta·tion  (nkn-tshn)

n.

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.

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[Middle English incantacioun, from Old French incantation, from Late Latin incantti, incanttin-, spell, from Latin incanttus, past participle of incantre, to enchant; see enchant.]

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incan·tation·al adj.

in·canta·tory (-t-tôr, -tr) adj.

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incantatory [ɪnˈkæntətrɪ]

adj

relating to or having the characteristics of an incantation