astromancy
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
- astromancer noun
- astromantic adjective
Etymology
Origin of astromancy
1645–55; < Medieval Latin astromantīa < Greek astromanteía. See astro-, -mancy
Example Sentences
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The study of astromancy and the belief in it, as part of astronomy, is found in a developed form among the ancient Babylonians, and directly or indirectly through the Babylonians spread to other nations.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various
There is an obvious tendency, however, for astromancy to be employed, like palmistry, as a means of imposing on the ignorant and credulous.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various
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