Definitions by kaosmoker

Aether theories 

Physics propose the existence of a medium.

Even with the particles retarding the motion of the aether theories, the same will be true if, to counterbalance the increased inertia, suitable forces are caused to act on the aether at all points where the inertia is altered.

Aether theories by kaosmoker September 30, 2018

Clairaudience 

The ability to hear voices & sounds super-normally- spirited voices alleging to be those of dead people giving advice or warnings.

From birth brittany could hear the faint voices of the dead thanks to her clairaudience ability.

Clairaudience by kaosmoker September 30, 2018

Smoker 

A person who doesn't care about the people around them or care about how they smell. Often surrounded by burn spots from dropped cigarettes or accidental burns.

Tom is a smoker. He smells terrible.

Smoker by kaosmoker September 30, 2018

Haruspex

ha·rus·pex
/həˈrəˌspeks,ˈherəˌspeks/
noun
(in ancient Rome) a religious official who interpreted omens by inspecting the entrails of sacrificial animals.

The practice of haruspex may be ancient but it is still odd.

Haruspex by kaosmoker September 30, 2018

Chalice 

chal·ice
/ˈCHaləs/
noun
a large cup or goblet, typically used for drinking wine.

I like to drink my coffee from a chalice. It makes me feel important.

Chalice by kaosmoker September 30, 2018

Anthroposophy 

an·thro·pos·o·phy
ˌanTHrəˈpäsəfē/
noun
a formal educational, therapeutic, and creative system established by Rudolf Steiner, seeking to use mainly natural means to optimize physical and mental health and well-being.

Christian and Jewish mystical thought have also influenced the development of anthroposophy.

Anthroposophy by kaosmoker September 30, 2018

Ascended master 

Ascended Masters are believed to be spiritually enlightened beings who in past incarnations were ordinary humans, but who have undergone a series of spiritual transformations originally called initiations.

The term "Ascended Master" was first used by Baird T. Spalding in 1924 in his series of books, "The Life and Teachings of the Masters of the Far East" (DeVorss and Co.).

Ascended master by kaosmoker September 30, 2018