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Definition charm in British English

charm verb

[transitive] verb
/tʃɑː(r)m/
1

to give someone pleasure or enjoyment

Example

The children clearly charmed the audience with their enthusiastic singing.

Example

She was charmed by Henry's thoughtfulness.

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2

to deliberately make someone like you so that they do what you want them to do

Example

He was able to charm my mother into helping him financially.

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3

to use magic to influence or control someone or something

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Definition charm in British English