amniomancy

/æmnioʊˈmænsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of divination in which the fate or future of a pregnant woman or her unborn child is determined by signs or omens.

“The ancient practice of amniomancy was once used to predict the sex of unborn children.”

Synonyms

  • divination
  • fortunetelling

Antonyms

  • certainty
  • clarity