Fascination
Pronunciation : Fas`ci*na"tion
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [L. fascinatio; cf. F. fascination.]
Definition : 1. The act of fascinating, bewhiching, or enchanting; enchantment; witchcraft; the exercise of a powerful or irresistible influence on the affections or passions; unseen, inexplicable influence. The Turks hang old rags . . . upon their fairest horses, and other goodly creatures, to secure them against fascination. Waller.
2. The state or condition of being fascinated.
3. That which fascinates; a charm; a spell. There is a certain bewitchery or fascination in words. South.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913