Oracle

/ˈɔːrəkəl/ noun

An oracle is a person, place, or thing that is believed to give wise or prophetic answers, especially about the future. It can also mean the message given.

From Latin “oraculum” meaning “divine message or place of prophecy,” from “orare” meaning “to speak or pray.” In ancient times, it referred to holy sites where gods were believed to speak through priests.

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