coscinomancy

/kɒskiˈnɒmənsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of divination that uses a spinning top or a similar object to obtain answers to questions or to gain insight into the future.

“The ancient ritual of coscinomancy was used by the tribe’s shaman to predict the coming winter’s harshness.”

Synonyms

  • divination
  • fortune-telling

Antonyms

  • agnosticism
  • skepticism