Palmistry

/ˈpɑːmɪstri/

noun

The practice of telling the future or discovering information about a person's life by studying the lines and other features of the hand.

Some people believe in the power of palmistry to reveal character traits and predict the future.

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Palmistry is rooted in various cultures and may appear in cultural references or historical texts.

Ancient texts on palmistry reveal insights into early human beliefs.

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Palmistry is considered a pseudoscience; it's based on belief, not scientific evidence.

Despite the skepticism, her fascination with palmistry grew.

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Use 'palmistry' in contexts related to mysticism, fortune-telling, or the supernatural.

They visited a palmistry booth at the carnival.

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