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geomance en · VERB

Etymology

Back-formation from geomancy.

Meanings

1. (ambitransitive) To divine by geomancy.
   • In a broad sense, the Hero may be regarded as a shamanic figure with the capacity for geomancing. This idea can be compared with the concept of using a divining rod to find an underground water source. 1997, Ping-Chiu Yen, Proverbs, Songs, Epic Narratives, Folktales of East Asia, page 209:
   • It is possible that stone arrangements acted as crystal acupuncture needles used to geomance the living Earth. 2000, Brad Olsen, Sacred Places: 101 Spiritual Sites Around the World, page 15:

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