geomancy

noun

Definition of geomancynext
as in astrology

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Recent Examples of geomancy Different geomancy masters may interpret the data differently, but there is usually a consensus on what the year means for each zodiac animal based on the positions of the stars. — Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2024 Some refer to it as Chinese geomancy; others pass it off as early Taoist ideology. — Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 8 Mar. 2023 Different geomancy masters may interpret the data differently. — Maggie Hiufu Wong, CNN, 21 Jan. 2023 Also known as Chinese geomancy, the principles of feng shui seek to harmonize a person with their environment—both in the home and the garden—using the eight cardinal directions as the framework. — Heather Arndt Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 3 Mar. 2020
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  1. astrology
  2. divination
Noun
  • In astrology, Venus is considered the planet of beauty, pleasure, attraction, relationships and taste.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026
  • People are going out for drinks and astrology readings, or using astrology apps.
    — Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of astrology
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  • Other common practices among Druids include the celebration of seasonal festivals, meditation, and divination.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The competition series featured masters of shamanism, tarot, face and foot reading, saju and other divination disciplines competing in challenges that tested their abilities, using tools including fans, bells, dowsing rods and modern-day laptops.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 July 2026
Definition of divination

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“Geomancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/geomancy. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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