Tarot

/ˈtæroʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A set of 78 cards, each with its own imagery and symbolism, used for divination and gaining insight into the past, present, or future.

She consulted her tarot cards to seek guidance on her career path.

The practice of reading these cards to interpret their meanings and provide insights.

He has been practicing tarot for years and feels a deep connection to the cards.

A game originally played with a pack of cards similar to tarot cards, but with different rules and purposes.

They enjoyed a lively evening playing tarot with friends, competing to see who could master the game.

Derived from the Italian word 'tarocchi', with unclear origins.

tarot reading

The act of using tarot cards to predict the future or gain insights.

major arcana

The 22 trump cards in a tarot deck that signify significant life events and lessons.

minor arcana

The remaining 56 cards in a tarot deck representing everyday events.

divination

The practice of seeking to foretell future events or discover hidden knowledge.

fortune-telling

The practice of predicting information about a person's life, often using various methods including tarot.

psychic

A person who claims to have the ability to perceive information hidden from the normal senses.

Tarot party

A gathering where friends do readings for each other with tarot cards.

Card slinging

The act of quickly doing a tarot reading.