"hexology" meaning in English

See hexology in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /hɛkˈsɒlədʒi/ [UK], /hɛkˈsɑləd͡ʒi/ [US]
enPR: hĕk-sŏʹlə-jē [US], hĕk-säʹlə-jē [US] Etymology: hex + -ology Etymology templates: {{af|en|hex|-ology}} hex + -ology Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} hexology (uncountable)
  1. The study of hex signs. Tags: uncountable Related terms: hexologist
    Sense id: en-hexology-en-noun-e6b1gFm7 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms suffixed with -ology

Inflected forms

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          "ref": "1999, American Folk Magick: Charms, Spells & Herbals",
          "text": "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.",
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      "ipa": "/hɛkˈsɑləd͡ʒi/",
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      "tags": [
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