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Voodoo (Noun)

(Haiti) followers of a religion that involves witchcraft and animistic deities.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

A religious cult practiced chiefly in Caribbean countries (especially Haiti); involves witchcraft and animistic deities.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The mysterious and often feared practice of voodoo originated in West Africa and was brought to the Caribbean by enslaved Africans.
Many tourists visit Haiti to explore the island's unique culture of voodoo, which is a blend of traditional African and European influences.
In voodoo ceremonies, practitioners invoke spirits with music, dance, and offerings of food and drink.
Voodoo priestesses and priests are believed to possess healing powers and serve as spiritual guides in their communities.
Much of the negative perception of voodoo in Western societies stems from sensationalized media portrayals and a lack of understanding about this complex and multifaceted religious practice.