skryer

/ˈskraɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who uses a divining rod or other device to locate underground water or minerals.

“The old prospector claimed to be a skilled skryer, able to find hidden veins of gold with ease.”

2. verb

To locate or discover something, especially by using a divining rod or other supernatural means.

“Legend has it that the treasure was skried by a group of skilled treasure hunters deep in the jungle.”

Synonyms

  • diviner
  • dowser

Antonyms

  • obfuscator