Diminuendo was the incantation for a charm that caused an object to shrink.[1]
Known uses
During the 1995–1996 school year, Nigel Wolpert used this spell on a mechanical Death Eater target in the Room of Requirement during a Dumbledore's Army meeting.[1]
Etymology
- In music, Diminuendo is a word indicating changes of dynamics; means "getting gradually softer".
- In modern English, "diminish" means "to shrink" or to "become nonexistent"
Behind the scenes
- It is unknown how or if Diminuendo differs from the Shrinking Charm.
See also
Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (film) (First appearance)
Notes and references
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