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hexology

UK/hɛkˈsɒlədʒi/US/hɛkˈsɑləd͡ʒi/

hexology noun: the study of hex signs.

Noun

hexology (uncountable)

  1. The study of hex signs.
    • 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.1999, American Folk Magick: Charms, Spells & Herbals

Origin of hexology

From hex + -ology.

Questions about hexology

What does hexology mean?
Hexology means the study of hex signs.
What part of speech is hexology?
Hexology is a noun.
How do you pronounce hexology?
Hexology is pronounced /hɛkˈsɒlədʒi/ (UK).

Words near hexology in the dictionary

  1. hexoic
  2. hexokinase
  3. hexokinases
  4. hexol
  5. hexologies
  6. hexology
  7. hexols
  8. hexomino
  9. hexominoes
  10. hexon
  11. hexone

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