grimoire
What is another word for grimoire? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A book of magical instructions or spells, often used for summoning or invoking spirits.
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How to use grimoire
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an ancient grimoire
a witch's grimoire
Etymology
From French grimoire, a variant of grammaire ("grammar") — in the Middle Ages, any book written in an unfamiliar or learned language could seem like a book of magic to the average reader, so "grammar book" and "magic book" became linked.
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What does “grimoire” mean?
The word “grimoire” means a book of magical instructions or spells, often used for summoning or invoking spirits. In plain terms, a book of spells or magical knowledge, the kind you'd picture in a witch's or wizard's study.
How do you pronounce “grimoire”?
“Grimoire” is pronounced GRIHM-wah (/ˈɡɹɪmˌwɑːɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “grimoire” in a sentence?
Here is “grimoire” used in a sentence: “The old grimoire was said to contain spells passed down for centuries.”
What part of speech is “grimoire”?
“Grimoire” is a noun.
Where does the word “grimoire” come from?
The word “grimoire” comes from French.
