necromancy
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/ˈnekrəʊmænsi/
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/ˈnekrəʊmænsi/
Calling or trying to call spirits of the dead to ask questions
The ancient book described the dark arts of necromancy.
Using magic to do bad things
The sorcerer was accused of practicing necromancy and causing harm to the village.