geloscopy

English

noun
Definitions
  • (rare) Divination by means of laughter.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek γελάω (laugh).

Origin

Ancient Greek

γελάω

Gloss

laugh

Concept
Semantic Field

Emotions and values

Ontological Category

Action/Process

Emoji
😂 😅 😆 🤣 😹

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