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Muggle’s Guide to the Wizarding World
Ever wondered what a Hinkypunk was? Or the exact use of a Venemous Tentacula? Well now you can know all that and more in our complete Harry Potter Dictionary!
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Abraxan Horse – Large winged horses. See Fantastic Beasts
Abyssinian Shrivelfig- Plant, which when skinned is used in potions. See Potion Ingredients
Aconite- Poisonous plant also known as Monkshood and Wolfsbane. Presumed to be used in the Wolfsbane Potion. See Potion Ingredients
Acromantula -Very large poisonous spiders with near human intelligence and highly unpredictable behaviour. See Fantastic Beasts
Acromantula Venom- Venom from an Acromantula which is highly expensive due to it’s rarity and how difficult it is to collect. See Potion Ingredients
Aging Potion- A potion which temporarily ages the drinker. See Potions
Amortentia- Strongest Love Potion in existence. See Potions
Animagi – Ability to turn yourself into an animal. See Animagi
Animagus – A person who can turn themselves into an animal. See Animagi
Apparate- Ability to make yourself move from place to place almost instantly
Aquavirius Maggot: – Imaginary creature. See Fantastic Beasts
Armadillo Bile- A potion ingredient used in the Wit Sharpening potion. See Potion Ingredients
Ashwinder – Thin pale serpent which is created through magical fires. Lays magical eggs which set alight if not frozen. See Fantastic Beasts
Ashwinder Eggs- Eggs from the Ashwinder which if eaten whole are a cure for Ague. See Potion Ingredients
Asphodel- A root which is used in the Draught of the Living Dead when powered. See Potion Ingredients
Augurey – A small bird native to Ireland and the UK, sings a low mournful song when rain is approaching. See Fantastic Beasts
Azkaban – A wizard prison
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Babbling Beverage- Potion which makes the drinker babble nonsense. See Potions
Baruffio’s Brain Elixir- Potion advertised to increase concentration and wakefulness See Potions
Basilisk- Known as the King of Serpents, this snake may reach a gigantic size, and live many hundreds of years, is born from a chicken’s egg, hatched beneath a toad. Its methods of killing are most wondrous, for aside for its deadly and venomous fangs, the Basilisk has a murderous stare, and all who are fixed with the beam of its eye shall suffer instant death. Spiders flee before the Basilisk, for it is their mortal enemy, and the Basilisk flees only from the crowing of the rooster, which is fatal to it. See Fantastic Beasts
Bat Spleen- Spleen of a bat used in Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Beater- A Quidditch player that must hit the Bludger with a wooden stick. See Quidditch
Beetle Eyes- Eyes of beetles, used in Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Befuddlement Draught- Potion to induce confusion in the drinker. See Potions
Bezoar- A stone taken from the stomach of a goat that will act as an antidote for most poisons. See Potion Ingredients
Bicorn- Two horned unicorn in appearance. Horns used as potion ingredients. See Fantastic Beasts
Bicorn Horn- The horn of a Bicorn which is used in Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Billywig- A small insect native to Australia whose sting causes levitation and giddyness. See Fantastic Beasts
Billywig Stings- The sting of the Billywig insect, used in potions. See Potion Ingredients
Blast-Ended Skrewt- Armoured beast who propels itself forwards by blasting sparks out of it’s rear end. See Fantastic Beasts
Blibbering Humdinger- Unknown creature. See Fantastic Beasts
Blood Replenishing Potion- Potion which replaces blood after the drinker has lost a large amount. See Potions
Blood-Sucking Bugbear- Unknown creature which kills chickens. See Fantastic Beasts
Bludger- A large jet black ball, hurts a lot if you get hit with it. See Quidditch or Magical Objects
Boggart- Creature that turns into whatever you fear the most. Its weakness is laughter. The incantation against a Boggart is Riddikulus. See Fantastic Beasts
Boil Cure Potion- Potion which cures the drinker of boils. See Potions
Boomslang Skin- Used in potions. See Potion Ingredients
Bowtruckle- Small twig like tree guardian. Reside in Wand Trees and can be placated with an offering of woodlouse. See Fantastic Beasts
Bubotuber Pus- Highly abrasive liquid used to cure acne. See Potion Ingredients
Bundimun- Looks like a patch of green mould and lives off of dirt; secretes an ooze which has the capabilities to rot houses. See Fantastic Beasts
Bundimun Secretion- Highly acidic secretion of the Bundimun used as a Magical Cleaning Product. See Potion Ingredients
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Calming Draught- Potion which calms the nerves of the drinker after an emotional trauma or shock. See Potions
Caterpillar- Small insect used in potions. See Potion Ingredients
Centaur- Half human, half horse creatures which live in herds. Highly distrustful of both wizards and muggles, highly intelligent and foresee the future by star gazing. See Fantastic Beasts
Chaser – A Quidditch player that must score using the Quaffle. See Quidditch.
Chimera- Vicious blood thirsty beasts which are difficult to kill. A cross between a Lion, goat and dragon. See Fantastic Beasts
Chizpurfle- Small parasite attracted to magic. Lives in the fur of other magical creatures or uncleaned cauldrons. See Fantastic Beasts
Clabbert- A cross between a Monkey and a Frog, these creatures feed off lizards. They flash different colours at any sign of danger, so are unfit to be kept where a Muggle may see them. See Fantastic Beasts
Cockatrice- Unknown creature which killed 3 headmasters on a rampage during the 1792 Tri-Wizard tournament. See Fantastic Beasts
Cockroach- Small insect used in Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Codswallop – Not true, a lie
Confusing Concoction- A Potion which causes confusion in the drinker. See Potions
Confusing Draught- Potion which causes confusion in the drinker. See Potions
Cornish Pixies- Electric blue, about eight inches high with pointy faces and a shrill voice. See Fantastic Beasts
Crocodile Heart- Heart of a Crocodile, used in Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Crumple-Horned Snorkack- A creature allegedly residing in Sweden, though the existence of it has never been proven. See Fantastic Beasts
Crup- Impossible to tell apart from a Jack Russel except by it’s forked tail. Vicious towards Muggles and a license is needed to keep one. See Fantastic Beasts
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Daisy Roots- Plant which is used in potions when sliced. See Potion Ingredients
Deflating Draught- Potion which shrinks whatever it touches. It is the antidote to the Swelling Solution. See Potions
Dementor- A tall, black, cloaked creature; Can determine if you are evil or up to no good. Its kiss sucks the soul out of the recipient. See Beings and Spirits.
Demiguise- A graceful ape in appearance, the Demiguise has the ability to turn invisible, making it’s fur highly sought after as it is used to make Invisibility Cloaks. See Fantastic Beasts
Diricawl- Referred to by Muggles as the “Dodo” it is believed to be extinct due to it’s ability to disappear and reappear elsewhere at will. See Fantastic Beasts
Disapparate- Ability to remove yourself from somewhere and appear elsewhere instantly.
Dittany- A curative plant used in healing potions. See Potion Ingredients
Doxy- The biting fairy, a household pest with poisonous teeth, if bitten an antidote must be consumed. See Fantastic Beasts
Doxycide- Potion which knocks a Doxy temporarily unconscious. See Potions
Doxy Egg- Egg of the Doxy, which is presumed poisonous and used in the Weasley Twins line of products. See Potion Ingredients
Dr. Ubbly’s Oblivious Unction- Relieves the physical injuries inflicted by thoughts. See Potions
Dragon- Extremely strong and powerful creature, difficult to slay as it’s thick hide is imbued with magic. Different breeds can grow to different sizes and have differing personalities and abilities. See Fantastic Beasts
Dragon’s Blood- Highly magical substance which has 12 uses. Used in potions. See Potion Ingredients
Draught of Living Death- Potion which makes the drinker fall into such a heavy sleep that they appear to have died. See Potions
Draught of Peace- A potion which relieves anxiety and agitation in the drinker. See Potions
Droobles Best Blowing Gum – Can fill a room with bluebell-colored bubbles that refuse to pop for days
Dugbog- Resembles a piece of driftwood, has extremely sharp teeth and feed off small mammals. See Fantastic Beasts
Dungbomb – When one of these is set off it stinks up a large area around it. See Magical Objects
Dwarf A magical person, small in stature. See Dwarf
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Elixir to Induce Euphoria- Potion which causes excessive happiness in the drinker. See Potions
Eels Eyes – Potion ingredient used in a cure for Spattergoit. See Potion Ingredient
Elixir of Life- Potion made from the Philosopher’s Stone which grants the drinker extended life. See Potions
Emerald Green Potion- Potion which causes extreme thirst, fear and delirium in the drinker. Voldemort used this potion to protext one of his Horcruxes. See Potions
Erised, The Mirror of- A mirror that shows what you desire most, Erised spelt backwards is desire. See Magical Objects
Erkling- A German elf-sized creature whose cackle attracts young children straight into it’s open mouth. See Fantastic Beasts
Erumpent- Resembling a Rhino, the Erumpent’s horn can pierce any material. See Fantastic Beasts
Erumpent Horn- Horn of the Erumpent which can pierce any material. See Potion Ingredients.
Erumpent Horn Exploding Fluid- Fluid from the horn of an Erumpent, it is highly explosive. See Potion Ingredients
Erumpent Tail- The tail of the Erumpent. See Potion Ingredients.
Everlasting Elixirs- Potions which are either permanent or never run out. See Potions
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Fairy- Small winged creature which gives off a small light. Used as decorations by Witches and Wizards. See Fantastic Beasts
Felix Felicis- Also known as “Liquid Luck”. This Potion makes the drinker lucky. See Potions
Fire Crabs- Resembling a tortoise, this creature has a jeweled shell and a license is required to own one. Burns can ensue due to the fire that the crab shoots out of it’s rear end when threatened. See Fantastic Beasts
Flesh Eating Slug- Enjoy eating cabbage, little is known about them. See Fantastic Beasts
Flobberworm- Boring creature which does little other then eat and ooze. See Fantastic Beasts
Flobberworm Mucus- Mucus from the Flobberworm, used to thicken Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Floo Powder- When thrown into a fire it can transport a witch or wizard anywhere connected on the Floo network using fireplaces.
Fluxweed- Plant which must be picked at full moon to be used in the Polyjuice Potion. See Potion Ingredients.
Forgetfulness Potion- This potion causes the drinker to suffer from memory loss. See Potions
Fwooper- Brightly coloured bird whose feathers are used for quills. A license is needed to keep one and they are sold with a silencing charm as the song of the Fwooper will drive the listener insane. See Fantastic Beasts
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Galleon – A gold piece of wizard money
Ghoul- Simple minded creature, harmless in nature that lives in Wizarding homes. See Fantastic Beasts
Ghost – An imprint of a person who has died and has not chosen to move on. See Ghosts
Giant – Large human like creatures who hate magic or Wizards who cast magic. See Giants
Giant Squid- Giant sized squid which lives in the Black lake of Hogwarts. Harmless to students. See Fantastic Beasts
Gillyweed – Plant that allows you to breath underwater
Ginger Root- Plant which is used as an ingredient in the Wit Sharpening Potion. See Potion Ingredients
Glumbumble- Gray flying insect which produces a melancholy treacle used to cure the hysteria caused by eating Ailhotsy leaves. See Fantastic Beasts
Glumbumble Treacle- Used as an antidote to excessive hysteria created by consuming Ailhotsy leaves. See Potion Ingredients.
Gnome – Small, leathery looking creature with a large knobby, bald head exactly like a potato. See Fantastic Beasts.
Goblin – Small, extremely crafty creatures. Run the Wizarding bank, Gringotts and are excellent craftsman. See Goblins
Graphorn- Large aggressive creature whose horns and hide are valued as Potion Ingredients. See Fantastic Beasts
Graphorn Horn- Horn of the Graphorn, when powered it is a common ingredient for Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Griffin- Fierce creatures which can be befriended via persistence. Useful for guarding Wizarding treasure. See Fantastic Beasts
Griffin Horn- Used as an ingredient in Strengthening Solution when powered. See Potion Ingredients
Gryffindor -(1) One of the four greatest wizards of all times, helped construct Hogwarts
(2) A Hogwarts house section
Grindylow- Water demons, live in lakes all over the UK, aggressive to both Muggles and Wizards though have been known to be domesticated by Merpeople. See Fantastic Beasts
Grim – A giant spectral dog that haunts graveyards, believed to be an omen of death.
Gringotts – The wizard bank.
Grunnings – A muggle company that makes drills; Mr. Dursley works for this company
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Hag – Live amongst witches and wizards and eats raw liver and children. See Hags
Hair Raising Potion- The exact effects of this potion are unknown, though presumably makes the user excited, or makes their hair stand on end. See Potions
Heliopath- Spirit of fire that allegedly burns everything before it. Unconfirmed if actually exists. See Fantastic Beasts
Hiccuping Solution- Potion which makes the drinker have the hiccups. See Potions
Hinkypunk – A little one-legged creature that looks like it is made of wisps of smoke; holds a lantern in it’s hand and lures travelers into bogs. See Fantastic Beats.
Hippocampus- Water beast, cross between a horse and a fish. See Fantastic Beasts.
Hippogriff - Half horse, half bird with gleaming coats of different colors. See Fantastic Beasts
Hogwarts – School for witches and wizards, located in Scotland, Great Britain.
Hogwarts Express – The train that brings Hogwarts students to Hogwarts. Travels from platform 9 3/4 in Kings Cross station, London to Hogsmeade Village.
Horklump- Mushroom shaped garden pest. See Fantastic Beasts.
Horned Slug- Slug used in an unnamed potion to cure boils. See Potion Ingredients
Horned Toad- Used in unspecified potions. See Potion Ingredients.
House-Elf – A small magical creature that is generally a slave to their owners. they must punish themselves if they disobey an order or speak ill of their “family”. See House Elf
Howler – A letter that lets out yells one-hundred times louder than usual, will explode if unopened.
Hufflepuff – (1) One of the four greatest wizards of all times, helped construct Hogwarts
(2) A Hogwarts house section
Hungarian Horntail – A type of dragon. See Fantastic Beasts.
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Imp- Natural pranksters, these pixie sized creatures can only be found in the UK. See Fantastic Beasts.
Invigoration Draught- A potion which gives the drinker more energy. See Potions
Invisibility Cloak – A cloak that makes anything beneath it invisible. See Magical Objects
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Jarvey- Talking ferret, not capable of intelligent conversation but more a constant babble of insults and rude words. See Fantastic Beasts.
Jobberknoll- Blue speckled bird that is silent thoughout it’s life. In it’s dying moment it regurgitates every noise it has ever heard in a long backwards sentence. See Fantastic Beasts.
Jobberknoll Feather- Due to the fantastic memory of the Jobberknoll, it’s feathers are used in many memory and truth potions. See Potion Ingredients.
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Kappa – Creepy water-dwellers that look like scaly monkeys with webbed hands. See Fantastic Beasts.
Kelpie- Underwater shape shifter which eats humans. See Fantastic Beasts.
Knarl- Highly suspicious Hedgehog which goes insane with paranoia at attempts to feed it, which it views as murder threats. See Fantastic Beasts.
Kneazle- A cat like creature with high intelligence and an ability to spot untrustworthy individuals and to guide lost owners home. See Fantastic Beasts.
Knotgrass- A plant used in the Polyjuice Potion. See Potion Ingredients.
Knut – A bronze piece of wizard money; 29 Knuts to a Sickle
Kwikspell – A course for squibs and others with poor magical power that helps improve magical power
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Lacewing Flies- Wings of an insect used in the Polyjuice Potion. See Potion Ingredients
Leech Juice- Fluid of a Leech, used in Shrinking Solution. See Potion Ingredients.
Leeches- Slugs which are used in the Polyjuice Potion. See Potion Ingredients
Leprechaun- Small bearded men found only in Ireland. Produce gold which disappears in a few hours and have the ability to fly. See Fantastic Beasts.
Lethifold- Also known as the “Living Shroud”. A black, cloack like figure of half an inch thick that glides across the ground and suffocates it’s victims. A Patronus is the only known repellent to the Lethifold. See Fantastic Beasts.
Lionfish Spine- Spine of a fish which is named in the First years Potion kit. See Potion Ingredients
Lobalug- Ten inch rubber sprout with a venomous sack attached, this underwater creature sprays it’s victims with ink when scared. See Fantastic Beasts.
Lovage- A herb used to induce recklessness in the consumer. See Potion Ingredients.
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Mackled Malaclaw- Lobster look a like that produces a fever and green rash if eaten. If bitten, the victim will have bad luck for up to a week. See Fantastic Beasts.
Mandragora – See Mandrake
Marauders Map – A map that shows every detail of the Hogwarts castle
Mandrake – Is a powerful restorative, they form an essential part of most antidotes; The cry of a full grown Mandrake is fatal to anyone who hears it. See Fantastic Beasts
Mandrake Juice- Taken from the Mandrake plant, the juice is a powerful restorative. See Potion Ingredients.
Mandrake Restorative- A potion which restores those who have been Petrified or paralysed back to their original state. See Potions
Manticore- Highly dangerous creatures, it is a cross between a man, Scorpion and and Lion. It’s sting can kill instantly and it’s skin repels almost all spells. See Fantastic Beasts.
Merpeople- Highly intelligent under water beings, appearance varies on where in the world the clan is from. See Fantastic Beasts.
Moke- A small creature which can shrink at will, normally at the sign of danger. It’s skin is highly valued for making purses and wallets as it still retains the ability to shrink if anyone other the owner tries to open it. See Fantastic Beasts.
Monkshood See Aconite
Mooncalf- Creatures only spotted at full moons when they come out of their burrows to perform a complicated dance routine. Their manure, if collected before sunrise, is extremely fertile. See Fantastic Beasts.
Moonstone- Stone, used in the Draught of Peace when powdered. See Potion Ingredients.
Mudblood – Foul name for someone who is Muggle born
Muggle – A person with absolutely no magical powers
Mummy – The bandaged corpse of a dead person. See Mummies
Murtlap- Rat like creature with tentacles coming out it’s back. A vengeful creature who eats anyone who steps on it. See Fantastic Beasts.
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Nargles- Creature which allegedly infests mistletoe. No proof that it actually exists. See Fantastic Beasts.
N.E.W.T. – Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Tests. Hogwarts students are required to take these in their final year.
Nettles- Common plant used in Boil Cure Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Niffler- Black furry creature that is attracted to shiny things. See Fantastic Beasts.
Nogtail- Cursed, stunted piglet that will slyly invade a pigs sty and suckle alongside the sows own piglets. The longer the Nogtail stays undetected, the longer the curse will remain on the farm. See Fantastic Beasts.
Nundu- Large leopard like creature whose breath can cause an epidemic serious enough to wipe out an entire town. Very difficult to slay, takes over 100 highly skilled Wizards to bring one down. See Fantastic Beasts.
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Occamy- A serpant like creature with wings, feeds off small mammals and birds. See Fantastic Beasts.
Ogre – Apparently able to mix with Witches and Wizards. See Ogrea
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Parseltounge – Someone who can speak to and understand snakes
Patronus – A spell that can ward of dementors; Every wizard’s Patronus has a different shape. See Patroni
Pepper Imps – Sweets that can cause you to breath fire.
Peppermint- A herb which is an optional ingredient to counter-act excessive hysteria produced in certain potions. See Potion Ingredients
Pepperup Potion- A potion which relieves the symptoms of a cold or flu. See Potions
Phoenix- Legendary crimson bird who can die and be reborn from the ashes. Their tears have healing properties and these birds can carry immensely heavy loads. Their feathers are used as wand cores. See Fantastic Beasts.
Photo-Developing Potion- A potion to develop photos with, that cause the people inside the pictures to move. See Potions
Polyjuice Potion- A potion which allows the drinker to turn into someone else for one hour. Cannot be used on any being other then humans. See Potions
Plimpy- A fish with legs, the Plimply is viewed as a pet by the Merpeople. Harmless creatures that nibble on the toes of unwary swimmers. See Fantastic Beasts.
Pogrebin- A Russian creature, much like a rock, it stalks humans, crouching down when it’s prey turns around. If not found, the Pogrebin will ceaselessly follow it’s victim, causing lethargy and depression until they eventually break down at the hopelessness of it all. See Fantastic Beasts.
Poltergeist – A creature of chaos. They are solid and able to interact with objects around them, normally to cause mayhem and mischief. See Poltergeist
Pomegranate Juice- Liquid used in unspecified potions. See Potion Ingredients
Porcupine Quills- Quills of a Porcupine used in a Boil Cure Potion. See Poion Ingredients
Porlock- Shy creature used to guard horses. See Fantastic Beasts.
Pufferfish Eyes- Eyes of a Puffer-fish used in Swelling Solution. See Potion Ingredients
Puffskein- Custard yellow furry creature, totally harmless and loves being played with so is a perfect pet for Wizarding children. Miniature Puffskiens are bred by Fred and George Weasley and come in a variety of bright colours. See Fantastic Beasts.
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Quaffle – A large red ball, about the size of a soccer ball. See Quidditch.
Quidditch – A wizard game played on broomsticks. See Quidditch
Quintaped- Mythical creature, also known as the “Hairy MacBoons”. Legend tells of a feud between two Scottish families, one turned the other into a large hairy beast, all attempts to Re-Transfigure these creatures into their original form have been met with fierce resistance from the highly aggressive creatures so the true story will never be known. See Fantastic Beasts.
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Ramora- A highly protected fish which is the guardian of Seafarers. Has many magical abilities, including that of being able to anchor a ship.See Fantastic Beasts.
Rat Spleen- Spleen of a rat used in the Shrinking Solution. See Potion Ingredients
Rat Tail- Tail of a rat used in the Hair Raising Solution. See Potion Ingredients.
Ravenclaw – (1) One of the four greatest wizards of all times, helped construct Hogwarts
(2) A Hogwarts house section
Red Caps – Nasty goblin like creatures that lurk wherever there had been bloodshed. See Fantastic Beasts.
Re’em- Oxen with a golden hide whose blood gives the drinker immense strength. See Fantastic Beasts.
Remembrall – Magical object which tells you if you have forgotten something to do. See Magical Objects
Runespoor- Three headed serpent which is highly poisonous, as such the Ministry of Magic has designated them unplottable areas of land in which to live. See Fantastic Beasts.
Runespoor Egg- Extremely rare and expensive egg which is used in potions to raise mental agility. See Potion Ingredients
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Salamander- Fire dwelling lizard that lives only as long as the fire from whence it came burns. See Fantastic Beasts.
Salamander Blood- Blood of a Salamander, known for it’s restorative properties. See Potion Ingredients
Scarab Beetles- Sacred insects used in Wit Sharpening Potions. See Potion Ingredients
Scintillation Solution- A potion whose effects are unknown. See Potions
Scurvy Grass- Herb used in Confusing and Befuddlement Draughts. See Potion Ingredients
Sea Serpent- Creature with a head of a horse and body of a snake, this underwater serpent has never been known to harm a human, despite the many horror stories told by Muggles. See Fantastic Beasts.
Seeker – The most important Quidditch player, has to catch the Snitch. See Quidditch
Shrake- More then likely a creation of sailors intent on Muggle revenge. The Shrake is a sea dwelling creature which destroys the fishing nets of Muggle Fisherman. See Fantastic Beasts.
Shrinking Solution- A Potion which causes the drinker to shrink in size and/or age. See Potions
Sickle – A silver piece of wizard money; 17 Sickles to a Galleon
Skele-Gro- A Potion which causes vanished or otherwise lost bones to regrow. See Potions
Sleakeazy’s Hair Potion- A cosmetic potion which makes unruly hair easier to style. See Potions
Sleeping Draught- A potion which causes the drinker to descend into a deep sleep. See Potions
Slytherin – (1) One of the four greatest wizards of all times, helped construct Hogwarts
(2) A Hogwarts house section
Snake Fang- Fang of a snake, when crushed, used in a Boil Cure Potion. See Potion Ingredients
Snake Venom- Venom of a snake used in “Voldemort’s Potion”. Basilisk Venom is the most powerful poison known to Wizards. See Potion Ingredients
Sneezewort- HErb used in Confusing and Befuddlement Draughts. See Potion Ingredients
Snidget- A small, fast bird which is now highly protected. Was used used in Quidditch games until the introduction of the Snitch. See Fantastic Beasts.
Snitch – A small golden ball with silver wings used in Quidditch to replace the Snidget. See Magical Objects and/or Quidditch
Sopohorous Bean- Bean used in the Draught of the Living Death. More Potent if crushed rather then cut. See Potion Ingredients
Sphinx- Cross between a Lion and a human, this Egyptian creature is renown for it’s riddles. Used as a guardian, the highly intelligent Sphinx only allows those who answer their questions correctly to pass. See Fantastic Beasts.
Squib – Born to a wizard family, but has no magical powers
Streeler- Poisonous snail that kills everything it slithers past. It changes colour every hour and it’s venom is a known Horklump killer. See Fantastic Beasts.
Strengthening Solution- A Potion which causes the drinker to increase in strength. See Potions
Swelling Solution- A potion which makes everything it touches swell up in size. The antidote to this potion is the Deflating Draught. See Potions
Syrup of Hellebore- A liquid needed in the Draught of Peace. See Potion Ingredients.
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Tebo- Invisible Warthog whose hide is valuable for protective shields and clothes. See Fantastic Beasts.
Thestral- Winged horse only visible to those who have seen death. They have a highly accurate sense of direction and are attracted to the smell of blood. See Fantastic Beasts.
Toothflossing Stringmints – Cleans your teeth like floss
Troll- Large simple creature with little to no intelligence. Sometimes trained to be a guard, but this is not advisable due to their sheer stupidity. See Fantastic Beasts.
Tubeworm- Worms used in unspecified potions. Potion Ingredients
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Umgubular Slashkilter- A creature which has no proof to it’s existence, though some have claimed the Ministry of Magic have one of these as a weapon, so presumably it is a highly dangerous beast. See Fantastic Beasts.
Unicorn- Beautiful pure silver horses whose horn and tail are all used in Potions because of their highly magical properties. Their blood can give life to someone who is an inch from death, but because they have slain something so pure their life will be cursed as a “half life”, See Fantastic Beasts.
Unicorn Horn- Horn of a unicorn used in Potions made by first years. See Potion Ingredients
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Valerian Roots- Root which is used in the Druaght of the Living Death. See Potion Ingredients
Vampire – A human like being with a penchant for sucking blood. See Vampires
Veela – Tall, beautiful women whose mere presence can cause men to do highly stupid and dangerous things to please them. Can be cross-bred with humans. See Veela
Veritaserum- The strongest truth potion in existence. Forces the drinker to tell the absolute truth. See Potions
Venemous Tentacula - Spiky, dark red plant with long feelers.
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Werewolf- A human bit by a werewolf during the full moon will also become a werewolf. Every full moon they will transform into a beast and attack any humans they see. The Wolfsbane Potion will render the trasnformed Werewolf as harmless. See Fantastic Beasts.
Whomping Willow – A very violent tree that stood alone in the middle of Hogwarts school grounds
Wit Sharpening Potion- A potion which allows the drinker to think more clearly. See Potions
Wolfsbane- See Aconite
Wolfsbane Potion- This Potion relieves the symptoms of lyncanthrophy, allows the drinker to retain their human mind, actions and senses while they convert to Werewolf form. See Potions
Wonder Witch Line:- A line of love potions invented by Fred and George Weasley.
Wood Nymph – Small creature renowned for it’s serenades. See Wood Nymph
Wormwood- Plant used in the Draught of the Living Death as well as Muggle Medicines. See Potion Ingredients
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Yeti- Also known as Bigfoot or the Abominable Snowman, the Yeti is rather like a Troll. It eats anything it comes across but is fearful of fire. See Fantastic Beasts.
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Zombie – Presumably the living dead. See Zombie
