In plural. Rapping or knocking sounds alleged to be made by spirits in answer to questions addressed to them.
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释义 | the world > the supernatural > the occult > spiritualism > [noun] > rapping or moving table (by spirit) (18) spirit rappings1846 In plural. Rapping or knocking sounds alleged to be made by spirits in answer to questions addressed to them. table tipping1846 rapping1848 spec. = spirit rapping, n. table-lifting1852 table-moving1852 table-turning1852 At a seance, etc.: the turning or movement of a table, attributed to spirits, esp. acting through a group of people who have placed their hands on… rap1853 A knocking sound, such as is produced by striking a hard surface with something; a sharp knock, or series of knocks, esp. on a door, or as… table-rapping1853 The production of rapping or knocking sounds, attributed to spirits attempting to communicate, esp. on a table during a seance; (also more… table-tapping1854 = table-rapping, n. table tilting1858 Subcategories:— communication through (1) — spirit that raps (1) — one who induces or believes in (6) |
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