hexology

English

Pronunciation
  • (UK) enPR: hĕk-sŏʹlə-jē, IPA(key): /hɛkˈsɒlədʒi/
  • (US) enPR: hĕk-säʹlə-jē, IPA(key): /hɛkˈsɑlədʒi/
  • Homophone: hexalogy

Etymology

hex +‎ -ology

Noun

hexology (uncountable)

  1. The study of hex signs.
    • 1999, American Folk Magick: Charms, Spells & Herbals:
      When Pow-Wow and hexology were separate practices, the Pow-Wow would recommend that clients seek the assistance of a hexologist on particular matters, such as protecting barns, homes, etc.
  • hexologist
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