familiars Definition
- 1spirits or demons who serve a witch or magician as domestic servants, performing various tasks such as household chores and spying on behalf of the witch or magician
- 2animals believed to have magical powers and serve as companions to witches or magicians
Using familiars: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "familiars" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The witch's familiars were a black cat and a raven.
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In some cultures, owls are believed to be familiars of witches.
Example
The magician summoned his familiars to do his bidding.
familiars Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for familiars
- companions
- servants
- helpers
Origins of familiars
from Old French 'familier', meaning 'intimate, familiar'
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Summary: familiars in Brief
The term 'familiars' [fəˈmɪliərz] refers to spirits or animals that serve a witch or magician. They perform various tasks such as household chores and spying on behalf of the witch or magician. Examples include a black cat and a raven, which are believed to have magical powers and serve as companions to witches or magicians.
