Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

skry

verb
/skraɪ/
Definition
To foretell the future or see visions, usually through the use of a crystal ball or other divination tools.
Examples
  • She used to skry the future using her crystal ball.
  • The ancient practitioners would skry over water to receive prophecies.
  • In folklore, it is said that those who skry often hold the keys to hidden knowledge.
Meaning
To use a method of divination to gain insight into the future or to uncover hidden truths.
Synonyms
  • Foresee
  • Divine
  • Foretell
  • Prophesy