spell

verb
UK /spel/
US /spɛl/

To spell means to say or write the letters of a word in the right order.

Can you spell your name for me?


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Words that are said to make magic happen.

The witch said a spell and the frog turned into a prince.

3. A short period of time.

We sat in the sun for a spell.

4. To take turns doing something.

You can spell me at the wheel after lunch.