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Exitdivination by means of arrows
Ancient tribes often turned to belomancy to seek guidance from the gods before heading into battle.
Set 218 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: belomancy, karyokinesis, ichor, frenulum, faun. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
divination by means of arrows
Ancient tribes often turned to belomancy to seek guidance from the gods before heading into battle.
the process of nuclear division in a cell during mitosis or meiosis
During the cell cycle, karyokinesis is a critical step that ensures the accurate distribution of genetic material to the daughter cells.
a fluid believed to flow in the veins of the gods in ancient mythology
As the hero approached the altar, he could almost sense the ichor of the gods flowing through the air, a sacred essence that imbued the surroundings with divine energy.
a small fold of tissue that secures or restricts the movement of a mobile organ in the body
The frenulum under the tongue plays a crucial role in helping infants latch during breastfeeding.
a mythical creature that is half human and half goat associated with nature and fertility
The enchanting forest was said to be home to a mischievous faun who played tricks on wandering travelers.