Ouija

American  

[wee-juh, -jee] / ˈwi dʒə, -dʒi /

Trademark.

1. a device consisting of a small board, or planchette, on legs that rest on a larger board marked with words, letters of the alphabet, etc., and that by moving over the larger board and touching the words, letters, etc., while the fingers of spiritualists, mediums, or others rest lightly upon it, is employed to answer questions, give messages, etc.

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Example Sentences

This should come as no surprise, for in Miss Lumley’s day, séances, Ouija boards, hypnotic healings, and the like were very much in fashion.

From Literature

But some still believe — or hope — and remain willing to consider the allure of seances, Ouija boards, communications beyond the grave.

From Los Angeles Times

This isn’t the kind of supernatural film that feels obliged to have its characters grab an Ouija board and solve anything.

From Los Angeles Times

The most obvious of these hints being the Ouija board spelling out the presence of D-E-A-T-H in Episode 5.

From Los Angeles Times

James Wan, who directed “Insidious,” will appear in a video, as will Mike Flanagan, who directed “Ouija: Origin of Evil.”

From New York Times