Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crystal-gazing
noun
ˈkrɪs.təlˌɡeɪ.zɪŋ
Definition
The practice of foretelling the future or gaining insight through the use of a crystal ball.
Examples
- Many believe that crystal-gazing can provide guidance about their future.
- She spent the evening crystal-gazing, hoping to find answers to her troubling questions.
Meaning
Crystal-gazing refers to a form of divination where a person looks into the reflective surface of a crystal to seek visions or answers regarding personal situations or future events.
Synonyms
- divination
- foretelling
- prophecy
- soothsaying