Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mancy

Noun
/ˈmæ n si/
Definition
The practice of divination or predicting the future through specific methods or techniques.
Examples
  • Tarot mancy is popular among those interested in fortune-telling.
  • In ancient times, several cultures practiced augury, a form of mancy involving the interpretation of bird flights.
Meaning
Mancy refers to various forms of foretelling or fortune-telling, often involving the interpretation of symbols or signs.
Synonyms
  • Divination
  • Foretelling
  • Fortune-telling