Meaning & use
Catoptromancy
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A form of divination performed by interpreting reflections seen in a mirror.
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In ancient rituals, catoptromancy was used to seek visions of the future in polished metal or water.
The novel's villain practiced catoptromancy, claiming to see fate itself in the glass.
A note on using this word
From Greek katoptron ('mirror') and manteia ('divination'); related practices include scrying with crystal balls or water.
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