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单词 pegomancy
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Definition of pegomancy in English:

pegomancy

noun ˈpɛɡə(ʊ)mansiˈpiːɡə(ʊ)mansi
rare
  • Divination by the examination of springs or fountains.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Nathan Bailey (d. 1742), lexicographer and schoolmaster. From ancient Greek πηγή spring, of unknown origin + -o- + -mancy. Compare French pémancie.

Definition of pegomancy in US English:

pegomancy

noun
rare
  • Divination by the examination of springs or fountains.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Nathan Bailey (d. 1742), lexicographer and schoolmaster. From ancient Greek πηγή spring, of unknown origin + -o- + -mancy. Compare French pémancie.

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