magic words that are intended to bring bad luck to someone.

to cause a person or group to experience bad luck.

easily deceived or tricked, and too willing to believe everything that other people say.

based on or believing in superstitions.

an event that is thought to tell something about the future.

said in order to avoid bad luck, either when you mention good luck that you have had in the past or when you mention hopes you have for the future.

a traditional story or belief, esp. one that is not true.

a set of actions or words performed in a regular way, often as part of a religious ceremony.

an object or saying that is believed to bring good luck.

an object believed to bring good luck or to keep its owner safe from harm.