curse
nounUK /kɜːs/
US /kɝːs/
A curse is magic words that someone says to make bad things happen to another person.
In the fairy tale, the witch put a curse on the princess.
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2. Rude or angry words that someone says when they are very upset.
He muttered a curse under his breath when he dropped his phone.
3. A cause of great trouble or harm.
Losing the final game was a curse for the whole team.
4. To say rude or angry words because you are upset.
She cursed loudly when she stubbed her toe.
5. To use magic to make bad things happen to someone.
The wizard cursed the greedy king.