1. A magic spell or trick, especially a minor or playful one.
Usage: Often used in fantasy literature and games.; Informal or literary.
2. A clever or skillful trick or device.
Usage: Archaic or dialectal.

Examples

• The wizard cast a simple cantrip to light the torch.
• In the fantasy game, each character could learn basic cantrips before advancing to more powerful spells.
• She performed a clever cantrip with a coin that amazed the children.
• The mage's cantrips were useful for everyday tasks like cleaning and cooking.
• He used a cantrip to make the door lock itself.
• The apprentice practiced cantrips until she was ready for real magic.