Colloportus

From Absit Omen Lexicon

Spell Name: Door Locking Charm

Incantation: Colloportus

Pronunciation: /kɒlɵˈpɔrtəs/ KOL-o-POR-təs

Spell Branch: Charms

Magical Discipline(s): Defensive

Appearance:

Description: Magically locks a door, preventing it from being opened by Muggle means.

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Etymology:

References: First in Order of the Phoenix, cast by Hermione in the Department of Mysteries.

Notes: This spell functions as the counter spell to Alohomora