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belomancy

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[bel-uh-man-see] / ˈbɛl əˌmæn si /

noun

  1. divination using arrows drawn at random from a quiver or other holder.

Etymology

Origin of belomancy

1640–50; < Greek bélo ( s ) arrow, dart + -mancy

Example Sentences

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He practiced belomancy and consulted other auguries, to assure himself that he was against Jerusalem would result favorably.

From The Legends of the Jews — Volume 4 by Radin, Paul

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