01 v. t. To cast out, as a devil, evil spirits, etc., by conjuration or summoning by a holy name, or by certain ceremonies; to expel (a demon) or to…
imp. & p. p.
Exorcised; p. pr. & vb. n.
Exorcising
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To cast out, as a devil, evil spirits, etc., by conjuration or summoning by a holy name, or by certain ceremonies; to expel (a demon) or to conjure (a demon) to depart out of a person possessed by one.“He impudently excorciseth devils in the church.” — Prynne.
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To deliver or purify from the influence of an evil spirit or demon.“Exorcise the beds and cross the walls.” — Dryden.“Mr. Spectator . . . do all you can to exorcise crowds who are . . . processed as I am.” — Spectator.