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causimomancy

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

Divination by studying the behaviour of objects placed in a fire. Related to empyromancy and pyromancy.

uncountable

Examples

“Causimomancy: Divination by fire. It is a happy presage when combustible objects cast⟳ into the fire do not burn.”
“1973 L. Watson Supernature ix. Precoginition means "knowing in advance," and systems of knowing cover⟳ just about every possible source of variation. They include⟳..causimomancy (the study⟳ of objects placed in the fire)... None of these need⟳ be taken seriously...”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

Causing causingness Causley Caussade Causses Caustic

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