As a Noun: 1. The area of activity that involves styles of clothing and appearance. English = fashion. 2. A style of clothing or way of behaving that is popular at a particular time. English = fashion. 3. In stories, a special power that can make apparently impossible things happen. English = magic. 4. The art and skill of performing tricks to entertain people, for example, by seeming to make things appear and disappear. English = magic. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To be popular and approved of at a particular time. English = (be) fashionable. 2. To be new and involve the latest ideas and latest equipment. English = modern. 3. To use magic or be able to produce magic. English = (be) magical.