dweomer

noun — 2 senses

dweomer

noun

/ˈdwɪ.mə(ɹ)/ · /ˈdwɛ.mə(ɹ)/

Etymology Learned borrowing from Middle English dweomer, from Old English dwimor, from Proto-Germanic *dwemrą, from Proto-Indo-European *dʰewh₂- (“to whisk, raise dust, fume”).

Alternative, Usually Alternative spelling of dwimmer.

Fantasy, Games Usually The magical aura on an enchanted item; or more broadly, the aura of a magic spell having been cast while active.

Derived terms: dweomercraft

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