arachnomancy

noun — 3 senses

arachnomancy

noun

Etymology From arachno- + -mancy.

1

The study of the appearance and behavior of spiders, or the patterns of their webs (possibly related to the third meaning) for use in divination.

2

The ability to take control over spiders with the intent to use them for attacking or similar purposes.

3

The divination of patterns, for example in geometric patterns and tapestries.

Related terms
arachnomancer

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