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1876 treatise by Professor Hoffmann
Modern Magic by Professor Hoffmann (real name Angelo Lewis) is a treatise in book form, first published in 1876, detailing the apparatus, methods and tricks
Modern_Magic
Japanese light novel series
Modern Magic Made Simple (Japanese: よくわかる現代魔法, Hepburn: Yoku Wakaru Gendai Mahō; lit. "Comprehensible Modern-Day Magic") is a Japanese light novel series
Modern_Magic_Made_Simple
Ancient or modern magic performed with runes or runestones
forms of "runic magic", some of which were continued or developed further by contemporary adherents of Germanic Neopaganism. Modern systems of runic
Runic_magic
Practice of supernatural beings and forces
likewise, a non-modern phenomenon. During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Western intellectuals perceived the practice of magic to be a sign
Magic_(supernatural)
Performing art involving the use of illusion
means. It is one of the oldest performing arts in the world. Modern entertainment magic, as pioneered by 19th-century magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin
Magic_(illusion)
Magical practice involving evocation of spirits
Birth of the Term Magic". In Bremmer, Jan N.; Veenstra, Jan R. (eds.). The Metamorphosis of Magic from Late Antiquity to the Early Modern Period. Leuven:
Goetia
Practices believed to use supernatural powers
malevolent magic is attested from ancient Mesopotamia, and in Europe, belief in witches traces back to classical antiquity. In medieval and early modern Europe
Witchcraft
Magic used for evil and selfish purposes
Black magic (Middle English: nigromancy), sometimes dark magic, traditionally refers to the use of magic or supernatural powers for evil and selfish purposes
Black_magic
Magical symbol
of symbol used in magic. The term usually refers to a pictorial signature of a spirit (such as an angel, demon, or deity). In modern usage, especially
Sigil
Macroeconomic theory
Modern Monetary Theory or Modern Money Theory (MMT) is a heterodox macroeconomic theory concerning the role of fiscal and monetary policy in sovereign
Modern_Monetary_Theory
Reference work for professional and amateur magicians
magicians. In its impact on the magic world, it is second perhaps in its influence on the art of magic only to Hoffman's Modern Magic, and many professional magicians
Tarbell_Course_in_Magic
History of supernatural phenomena
both in its traditional role, and among modern occultists who seek to adapt it for a scientific world. Magic was invoked in many kinds of rituals and
History_of_magic
Magic used for selfless purposes
prehistoric shamanistic magic was "helping" white magic and thus the basic essence of that magic forms the framework of modern white magic: curing illness or
White_magic
Word or phrase said to cause magical events
of traditional and modern magic words include: Abracadabra – magic word used by magicians. Ajji Majji la Tarajji – Iranian magic word (Persian).[citation
Magic_word
Classic magic trick performed by stage magicians
Tea Kettle, and the modern Magic Tea Kettle remains a common prop available at most magic stores. A slight variation is the Magic Funnel. Today, the trick
Inexhaustible_bottle
Comprehensive list of Magic: The Gathering card sets since its inception in 1993
The trading card game Magic: The Gathering has released a large number of sets since it was first published by Wizards of the Coast. After the 1993 release
List of Magic: The Gathering sets
List_of_Magic:_The_Gathering_sets
American filmmaker and author
partnered with former MGM Co-President of Production Adam Rosenberg to form Modern Magic, a media company focused "on creating event entertainment for the 21st-century
Rodney_Rothman
Divination, magic, and occultism in Islam
(black) magic, there has been no notable violence against people accused of practicing magic in the pre-modern period. However, in the modern period,
Islam_and_magic
Book by Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim
contribution to the Renaissance philosophical discussion concerning the powers of magic, and its relationship with religion. The first book was printed in 1531
Three Books of Occult Philosophy
Three_Books_of_Occult_Philosophy
Japanese writer
with Hiroki Azuma) Yoku Wakaru Gendai Mahō (よくわかる現代魔法, "Comprehensible Modern Magic") (2003; ISBN 4-08-630163-6) Revised version: Yoku Wakaru Gendai Mahō
Hiroshi_Sakurazaka
Collectible card game
Magic: The Gathering (colloquially known as Magic or MTG) is a collectible, tabletop, and digital collectible card game created by Richard Garfield. It
Magic:_The_Gathering
Square of numbers with equal row, column and diagonal totals
In mathematics, especially historical and recreational mathematics, a magic square is a square array of numbers, usually positive integers, where the
Magic_square
The Modern Magic Made Simple anime adaptation was produced by Nomad. The first episode numbered 00, was first shown at a joint event of Gendai Mahou and
List of Modern Magic Made Simple episodes
List_of_Modern_Magic_Made_Simple_episodes
Year of birth of Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin (died 1871). The "father of modern magic", who brought it from the street and circus side shows to an elegant
Timeline_of_magic
Belief system
Chaos magic, also spelled chaos magick, is a modern tradition of magic. Emerging in England in the 1970s as part of the wider neo-pagan and esoteric subculture
Chaos_magic
Impure spiritual forces in Kabbalah
Gonce (1998), p. 109. Asprem, E. (2013). Arguing with Angels: Enochian Magic and Modern Occulture. State University of New York Press. ISBN 978-1-4384-4190-0
Qlippoth
Style of literary fiction and art
Magical realism, magic realism, or marvellous realism is a style or genre of fiction and art that presents a realistic view of the world while also incorporating
Magical_realism
2004 novel by Susanna Clarke
Strange pens a scathing review of a book outlining Norrell's theories on modern magic; in particular, Strange challenges Norrell's views of the Raven King
Jonathan_Strange_&_Mr_Norrell
has been described as "the most prolific and influential magic author and translator until modern times." Professor Hoffmann was born as Angelo John Lewis
Professor_Hoffmann
American magician (born 1948)
seemed like about time to realize that with all the capabilities of modern magic in the theater." In 2018, Teller and Posner co-conceived and directed
Teller_(magician)
Set of letter symbols used in magic
continued to be used in magical practices well into the medieval period. Modern runic magic often draws on these ancient traditions, using runes for divination
Magical_alphabet
Indian film actor
delivers an epic saga where mythology meets modern magic." Scroll.in and LiveMint referred to Ujaan's show as a "modern masterpiece", specifically mentioning
Ujaan_Ganguly
Canadian reggae fusion band
Magic! (stylized in all uppercase) is a Canadian reggae fusion band from Toronto. Based in Los Angeles, the band comprises lead vocalist/guitarist/producer
Magic!
American television sitcom (2009–2020)
Sepinwall, Alan (June 3, 2011). "Season finale review: Modern Family – The One That Got Away: Birthday magic". Uproxx. Archived from the original on May 29,
Modern_Family
British family film
The Magic Faraway Tree is a 2026 fantasy adventure film directed by Ben Gregor from a screenplay written by Simon Farnaby, adapted from Enid Blyton's
The_Magic_Faraway_Tree_(film)
Annual trading card game tournament
The Magic: The Gathering World Championships (Worlds) have been held annually since 1994. It is the most important tournament in the game of Magic: The
Magic: The Gathering World Championship
Magic:_The_Gathering_World_Championship
Block of expansion sets in Magic: The Gathering
team considers Mirage to be the first set of the "Silver Age" or "modern" era of Magic. It was the first set to be designed with Limited and Constructed
Mirage_(Magic:_The_Gathering)
selection will be the fourteenth card in the packet. Professor Hoffmann, Modern Magic ISBN 0-486-23623-4 A Brief Analysis of the Twenty-One Card Trick and
Twenty-One_Card_Trick
12th episode of the 8th season of Modern Family
a consensus. › "Do You Believe in Magic" is the twelfth episode of the eighth season of the American sitcom Modern Family, and the series' 178th episode
Do You Believe in Magic (Modern Family)
Do_You_Believe_in_Magic_(Modern_Family)
Indian Magician
known for his mesmerizing tricks. He is considered to be the pioneer of modern magic in Bengal. He was the mentor of P. C. Sorcar and K Lal. Chakraborty belonged
Ganapati_Chakraborty
Type of magic focused on relationships
and early modern period, and among all Jewish groups who co-existed with these groups. The exact definition of what constitutes 'love magic' can be difficult
Love_magic
place. It is a postulate of modern anthropology, at least since early 1930s, that there is complete continuity between magic and religion. Robert Ranulph
Magic_and_religion
Cyclopedia of Magic. 1949. ISBN 0-486-21808-2 Hoffman, Louis. Modern Magic. 1876(Orig) ISBN 0-486-23623-4 Wilson, Mark. Complete Course in Magic. 1975. ISBN 0-7624-1455-3
Glossary_of_magic_(illusion)
2023 American film by Steven Soderbergh
It is the third and final installment in the Magic Mike trilogy, following Magic Mike (2012) and Magic Mike XXL (2015). The film stars Tatum as the titular
Magic_Mike's_Last_Dance
Occult religious organization founded in 1975
Harvey 2009, p. 31. Asprem, Egil (2012). Arguing with Angels: Enochian Magic and Modern Occulture. Albany: State University of New York Press. ISBN 978-1-4384-4190-0
Temple_of_Set
Number of protons or neutrons that make a nucleus particularly stable
In nuclear physics, a magic number is a number of nucleons (either protons or neutrons, separately) such that they are arranged into complete shells within
Magic_number_(physics)
1791 opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
(instrument of steel) to perform Papageno's magic bells. This instrument has since been lost to history, though modern day scholars believe it to be a keyed
The_Magic_Flute
Stage magic trick
Robert-Houdin described a sawing illusion performed by a magician named Torrini. Modern magic inventor and historian Jim Steinmeyer has concluded that there was probably
Sawing_a_woman_in_half
French magician (1805–1871)
illusionist, widely recognized as the father of the modern style of conjuring. He transformed magic from a pastime for the lower classes, seen at fairs
Jean-Eugène_Robert-Houdin
Evil supernatural being
"Magic in the Dead Sea Scrolls". In Bremmer, Jan N.; Veenstra, Jan R. (eds.). The Metamorphosis of Magic from Late Antiquity to the Early Modern Period
Demon
Variety of rituals of magic
Ceremonial magic (also known as magick, ritual magic, high magic or learned magic) encompasses a wide variety of rituals of magic. The works included are
Ceremonial_magic
Magical science during the Renaissance
Renaissance magic was a resurgence in Hermeticism and Neoplatonic varieties of the magical arts which arose along with Renaissance humanism in the 15th
Renaissance_magic
Magicians appearing in fantasy fiction
magus, magic-user, spellcaster, enchanter/enchantress, sorcerer/sorceress, warlock, witch, or wizard, is someone who uses or practices magic derived
Magician_(fantasy)
Formula intended to trigger a magical effect
also be performed during ceremonial rituals or prayers. In the world of magic, wizards, witches, and fairies are common performers of incantations in
Incantation
15th c. Franciscan Friar, mathematician and publisher of accounting treatise
proverbs and verses. The book has been described as the "Foundation of modern magic and numerical puzzles," but it was never published and sat in the archives
Luca_Pacioli
Modern syncretic pagan religion
ritual practice of magic. Scholars of religious studies classify Wicca as a new religious movement, and more specifically as a form of modern paganism. Wicca
Wicca
American academic (born 1956)
and PhD in 1997. Her doctoral dissertation Savage theory: Cinema as modern magic was supervised by William Simon. As an academic, Moore specializes in
Rachel_Moore_(academic)
American-Canadian animated series
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic is an animated television series based on Hasbro's My Little Pony franchise and marking the start of its fourth incarnation
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic
My_Little_Pony:_Friendship_Is_Magic
British occult writer
several essays on the topics of chaos magic and Cthulhu Mythos magic. He has facilitated workshops and seminars on modern magical practice in America and Europe
Phil_Hine
Rituals in hunter-gatherer societies
Hunting magic is a form of magic used in hunter-gatherer societies that involves rock art in rituals to encourage a successful hunt. First observed among
Hunting_magic
British historical fantasy adaptation
whereupon he betrays his desire for respectable modern magic by conjuring up a fairy with ancient wild magic called the Gentleman with Thistledown Hair (Marc
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell (TV series)
Jonathan_Strange_&_Mr_Norrell_(TV_series)
Ancient Germanic letters
descriptions of redirect targets Rune poem – Literary form Runic magic – Ancient or modern magic performed with runes or runestones Runiform – Historic rune-like
Runes
1978 American supernatural psychological horror film by Richard Attenborough
Magic is a 1978 American psychological horror drama film directed by Richard Attenborough and starring Anthony Hopkins, Ann-Margret and Burgess Meredith
Magic_(1978_film)
Type of magic based on imitation or correspondence
magic, also known as imitative magic, is a type of magic based on imitation or correspondence. James George Frazer coined the term "sympathetic magic"
Sympathetic_magic
Topics referred to by the same term
A magic lantern is an early type of image projector, an ancestor of the modern slide projector. Magic lantern may also refer to: Magic Lantern, an alternate
Magic lantern (disambiguation)
Magic_lantern_(disambiguation)
1983 Discworld novel by Terry Pratchett
The Colour of Magic is a 1983 fantasy comedy novel by Terry Pratchett, and is the first book of the Discworld series. The first printing of the British
The_Colour_of_Magic
Natural science during the Renaissance
Natural magic is a tradition concerning the manipulation and development of the occult, or hidden, mechanisms within nature. Unlike ceremonial magic, it does
Natural_magic
Ritual of Western ceremonial magic
(1980). Ancient Egyptian Magic. Morrow. ISBN 978-0-688-03654-6. Butler, A. (2011). Victorian Occultism and the Making of Modern Magic: Invoking Tradition.
Bornless_Ritual
British artist (1913–1989)
I cannot be called non-figurative while I am still interested in the modern magic of space, primitive sex forms, the sensual and the erotic, disconcerting
William_Scott_(artist)
Ways in which the game can be played
Magic: The Gathering formats are various ways in which the Magic: The Gathering collectible card game can be played. Each format provides rules for deck
Magic:_The_Gathering_formats
Lelladybura" ("When traditional and modern powers mingle, the gate to an unseen world will open"), the Shiny Rod transforms into a magic broom which has incredible
List of Little Witch Academia episodes
List_of_Little_Witch_Academia_episodes
System of Renaissance magic
Enochian magic is a system of Renaissance magic developed by John Dee and Edward Kelley and adopted by more modern practitioners. The origins of this
Enochian_magic
1924 novel by Thomas Mann
The Magic Mountain (German: Der Zauberberg, pronounced [deːɐ̯ ˈtsaʊbɐˌbɛʁk] ) is a German novel written by Thomas Mann, published in November 1924 about
The_Magic_Mountain
Genre of fiction, subgenre of fantasy
secretly in the world or may occur openly. Fantastic components may be magic, paranormal beings, recognizable mythic or folk-tale plots, or thematic
Urban_fantasy
Magic object used or present in mythology
the person or being whose hands they fall into. Magic items are commonly found in both folklore and modern fantasy. Their fictional appearance is as old
Magic_item
Magic intended to turn away harm or evil influences
Apotropaic magic (From Ancient Greek: ἀποτρέπω, romanized: apotrépō, lit. 'to ward off') or protective magic is a type of magic intended to turn away harm
Apotropaic_magic
the original Modern Masters, the 2015 edition features cards from Zendikar block, Scars of Mirrodin block, Magic 2010, Magic 2011, and Magic 2012. The set
Magic: The Gathering compilation sets
Magic:_The_Gathering_compilation_sets
Series of young adult fantasy novels by Robert Mandell
adventures of a trio of modern girls who are turned into mages to save the legendary land of Avalon from those who want to use its magic for evil. There is
Avalon:_Web_of_Magic
1986 video game
Might and Magic Book One: Secret of the Inner Sanctum (also known as simply Might and Magic) is an early role-playing video game, first in the popular
Might and Magic Book One: The Secret of the Inner Sanctum
Might_and_Magic_Book_One:_The_Secret_of_the_Inner_Sanctum
Keyboard commands for recovering a Linux machine
The magic SysRq key is a key combination understood by the Linux kernel, which allows the user to perform various low-level commands regardless of the
Magic_SysRq_key
2011 novel by Ben Aaronovitch
father, a jazz musician and heroin addict. Isaac Newton; the founder of Modern Magic (in addition to his more widely known scientific achievements). Henry
Rivers_of_London_(novel)
National Basketball Association team in Orlando, Florida
The Orlando Magic are an American professional basketball team based in Orlando, Florida. The Magic compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA)
Orlando_Magic
Magic involving sexual activity
Sex magic (sometimes spelled sex magick) is any type of sexual activity used in magical, ritualistic or otherwise religious and spiritual pursuits. One
Sex_magic
2022 German film
The Magic Flute (German: The Magic Flute - Das Vermächtnis der Zauberflöte) is a 2022 German musical fantasy film directed by Florian Sigl and written
The_Magic_Flute_(2022_film)
Video game adaptation of Magic: The Gathering
Magic: The Gathering Online is a video game adaptation of Magic: The Gathering, utilizing the concept of a virtual economy to preserve the collectible
Magic:_The_Gathering_Online
businesses and events. Modern Magic Discoverie of Witchcraft The Royal Road to Card Magic The Expert at the Card Table Master Index to Magic in Print Tarbell
List_of_magic_publications
Sleight of hand
magic include: Thomas Nelson Downs (considered, along with J.B. Bobo, one of the magicians key to the development and teaching of modern coin magic)
Coin_manipulation
1963 song by Peter, Paul and Mary
"Puff, the Magic Dragon" (or just "Puff") is an American folk song written by Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary from a poem by Leonard Lipton. It was
Puff,_the_Magic_Dragon
Book of magic spells, invocations, and talismans
grimoire (/ɡrɪmˈwɑːr/), also known as a book of spells, magic book, or a spellbook, is a textbook of magic, typically including instructions on how to create
Grimoire
Magical talisman
devils, and Angels, and do miracles." Agrippa attributes Moses' feats of magic in part to his knowledge of various pentacles. A Fourth Book of Occult Philosophy
Pentacle
Middle-Eastern folk tale
consumerism. It is a modern adaptation of Aladdin about the story of a middle-class man (played by Saswata Chatterjee) who accidentally finds a magic lamp containing
Aladdin
African magic is the form, development, and performance of magic within the culture and society of Africa and the diaspora. The word magic might simply
African_magic
Religions shaped by historical paganism
are a variety of different views about what magic is. Many modern pagans adhere to the definition of magic provided by Aleister Crowley, the founder of
Modern_paganism
2005 book by Craig Davidson
Thailand and trains problematic rookies there. "The Apprentice's Guide to Modern Magic" – Two siblings in their 30s take a road trip across Southern Ontario
Rust and Bone (short story collection)
Rust_and_Bone_(short_story_collection)
Performing art showcasing mental abilities
sleights, feints, misdirection, and other skills of street or stage magic. Nonetheless, modern mentalists also now increasingly incorporate insights from human
Mentalism
close-up magicians, arranged gala children's birthday parties, and a modern magic shop. It is the brainchild of two young magicians Ray Carter (AKA Dick
Magic_Towne_House
Magic trick
situation with their hand. Hoffmann, Professor; Hawkins, Arthur (1885). Modern Magic: A practical treatise on the art of conjuring. London; New York : G.
Cut_and_restore_rope_trick
American game developer (born 1990)
format called "Overextended". After Magic R&D chose to adopt a similar format, Modern, for Pro Tour Philadelphia, the Magic R&D team noted that his work on
Gavin_Verhey
1898 book by Arthur Edward Waite
(2023-04-14). "Print Grimoires and the Democratization of Learned Magic in the Later Early Modern Period: Bricolage Tradition and the Cross-Cultural Transmission
The_Book_of_Ceremonial_Magic
Numeric value with an unclear meaning
In computer programming, a magic number or magic constant is a numeric literal in source code whose meaning is unclear to the reader. The term is also
Magic_number_(programming)
MODERN MAGIC
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Surname or Lastname
English and Scottish
English and Scottish : origin uncertain; perhaps a nickname for a foster parent, from Middle English foden ‘to nurse or nourish’.
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Modest; Modern
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant of Mower.
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Modern, Sanskrit
New; Modern; Fresh; Latest; Recent
Surname or Lastname
English
English : metonymic occupational name for a dyer or seller of dye, from Middle English mad(d)er ‘madder’ (Old English mædere), a pink to red dye obtained from the roots of the madder plant.German and Dutch (Mader, Mäder) : occupational name for a reaper or mower, Middle High German mÄder, mæder, Middle Dutch mader.French (southwestern and southeastern) : metonymic occupational name for a carpenter.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from Morden in Dorset or Surrey, Guilden or Steeple Morden in Cheshire, or Moredon in Wiltshire, all of which were named in Old English as ‘hill (dÅ«n) in marshland (mÅr)’.
Surname or Lastname
Americanized spelling of German Kobern, a habitational name from Kowarren, the German form of a place in Lithuania called Kavarskas, named in Lithuanian from kovoti ‘to forge’.English
Americanized spelling of German Kobern, a habitational name from Kowarren, the German form of a place in Lithuania called Kavarskas, named in Lithuanian from kovoti ‘to forge’.English : possibly a variant spelling of Cockburn.
Girl/Female
Muslim
Shinning light, Guiding light (1)
Girl/Female
Indian
Shinning light, Guiding light
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from the Middle English personal name Loverun, Old English Lēofrūn, composed of the elements lēof ‘dear’ + rūn ‘rune’.
Boy/Male
Arabic, Indian, Modern, Muslim
Modern
Surname or Lastname
English
English : nickname for a person with a ruddy complexion, from an adjective derivative of Middle English mad(d)er ‘madder’, the dye plant (see Mader 1), here used in a transferred sense.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : probably a habitational name from Madron in Cornwall. Alternatively, possibly from Madryn in Gwynedd, Wales.
Boy/Male
Muslim
Sensitive
Female
Welsh
Welsh Arthurian legend name of the daughter of Avallach, mother of Mabon, and probably the prototype of Morgan le Fay, MODRON means "divine mother."
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from a diminutive of Moore 2 or 3.English : from an unattested Old English personal name, MÅrwine.Dutch : nickname for a grumbler, from Middle Dutch murren, morren ‘to grumble or growl’.
Male
Russian
(МодеÑÑ‚) Russian form of Roman Latin Modestus, MODEST means "moderate, sober."
Girl/Female
British, English, German, Russian
Supper
Girl/Female
French, German, Latin, Spanish
Modest
Boy/Male
Indian, Modern, Tamil
Modern
MODERN MAGIC
MODERN MAGIC
Boy/Male
Biblical
The physic or medicine of God.
Girl/Female
Indian
Name of a Raga
Boy/Male
Muslim
Strong
Girl/Female
Indian
Beauty
Girl/Female
Muslim
Trustworthy, Faithful, Peaceful, Honest
Boy/Male
Indian
Loving
Girl/Female
Latin
Glorified.
Female
English
Variant spelling of English Jody, JODI means "Jewess" or "praised."
Girl/Female
Muslim
She was a religious, Righteous woman
Surname or Lastname
English
English : nickname, sometimes perhaps ironic, from Middle English, Old French genterie ‘nobility of birth or character’. Compare Gentle.
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n.
One who, or that which, mows; a mowing machine; as, a lawn mower.
a.
Of or pertaining to the Monera.
v. t.
To plan or form after a pattern; to form in model; to form a model or pattern for; to shape; to mold; to fashion; as, to model a house or a government; to model an edifice according to the plan delineated.
a.
Of or pertaining to the present time, or time not long past; late; not ancient or remote in past time; of recent period; as, modern days, ages, or time; modern authors; modern fashions; modern taste; modern practice.
n.
One who, or that which, excites, instigates, or causes movement, change, etc.; as, movers of sedition.
a.
Suitable to be taken as a model or pattern; as, a model house; a model husband.
n.
One of modern times; a modern.
a.
Evincing modestly in the actor, author, or speaker; not showing presumption; not excessive or extreme; moderate; as, a modest request; modest joy.
n.
One of the Monera.
pl.
of Moneron
n.
A person of modern times; -- opposed to ancient.
adv.
In modern times.
n.
Anything which serves, or may serve, as an example for imitation; as, a government formed on the model of the American constitution; a model of eloquence, virtue, or behavior.
n.
Modern practice; a thing of recent date; esp., a modern usage or mode of expression.
n.
One of the Monera.
a.
Restraining within due limits of propriety; not forward, bold, boastful, or presumptious; rather retiring than pushing one's self forward; not obstructive; as, a modest youth; a modest man.
n.
One of the Monera.
a.
New and common; trite; commonplace.
v. t.
To regulate; to influence; to direct; to restrain; to manage; as, to govern the life; to govern a horse.
a.
Recent; modern.