オラクル
Meanings
1
Refers to a person, place, or system that delivers prophetic or authoritative answers, often in mythological, fantasy, or IT contexts.
In ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi played an important role.
In this game, you can get hints by asking the oracle.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉がオラクルに従うto follow an oracle's guidance
The king decided to go to war in accordance with the oracle's words.
- オラクルを求めるto seek out an oracle (for guidance or prophecy)
She sought out an oracle to learn about the future.
- オラクルが下るfor an oracle to be given/delivered
It is said that an oracle was delivered at the temple.