Aruspicy

Aruspicy
Aruspicy A*rus"pi*cy, n. [L. aruspicium, haruspicium.] Prognostication by inspection of the entrails of victims slain sacrifice. [1913 Webster]

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  • haruspicy — noun The study and divination by use of animal entrails, usually the victims of sacrifice. Different kinds of divination, which have passed for sciences, we have had: 6. Haruspicy, by inspecting the bowels of animals. Syn: aruspicy, extispicy …   Wiktionary

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  • hieromancy — noun Divination by interpreting sacred objects, often used in sacrificial offerings. Similar to aruspicy. HIEROMANCY: Divination through various forms of sacrifice, or preparation for such, especially when performed by adepts in accordance with… …   Wiktionary

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