1. The practice of divination by examining the entrails of sacrificed animals, especially the liver; a form of ancient Roman and Etruscan prophecy.
Usage: plural form of haruspication; historical/archaic; often used in academic or historical contexts

Examples

• The Roman generals consulted haruspications before major military campaigns.
• Ancient haruspications involved careful examination of animal livers to predict future events.
• Etruscan priests performed haruspications as part of their religious rituals.
• The practice of haruspications was widespread throughout the Roman Republic.
• Scholars study haruspications to understand ancient Roman religious beliefs and practices.