Definition
grimoires
noun
- plural of grimoire; books of magic spells, rituals, and instructions for summoning spirits or performing supernatural acts, often associated with medieval or occult traditions
Usage: usually plural; often used in historical, literary, or fantasy contexts
Examples
- The museum's rare book collection includes several ancient grimoires from the 16th century.
- In fantasy novels, wizards often consult grimoires to learn powerful spells.
- Historians study grimoires to understand medieval beliefs about magic and the supernatural.
- The library's grimoires were kept in a locked vault due to their historical value.
- Many grimoires contain elaborate illustrations and handwritten annotations.
- Collectors of occult literature seek out first editions of famous grimoires.