plan·chette (pl n-sh t )n. A small triangular board supported by two casters and a vertical pencil that, when lightly touched by the fingertips, is said to spell out subconscious or supernatural messages. [French, from Old French, diminutive of planche, board; see planchet.] |
planchette [plɑːnˈʃɛt]
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(Spirituality, New Age, Astrology & Self-help / Alternative Belief Systems) a heart-shaped board on wheels, on which messages are written under supposed spirit guidance
[from French: little board, from planche plank1]
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| Noun | 1. | planchette - a triangular board supported on casters; when lightly touched with the fingertips it is supposed to spell out supernatural (or unconscious) messages board - a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose; "he nailed boards across the windows" Ouija, Ouija board - a board with the alphabet on it; used with a planchette to spell out supernatural messages |
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