What is another word for oracle bones?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒɹəkə͡l bˈə͡ʊnz] (IPA) 
Oracle bones were used in ancient China as a form of divination. The bones were typically made from turtle shells or the shoulder blades of oxen, and were inscribed with questions or statements. The oracle bones were heated until they cracked, and the cracks were then interpreted as answers to the questions posed. Synonyms for oracle bones include "divination bones," "fortune-telling bones," "prophetic bones," and "mantic bones." These terms all refer to the use of bones as a means of predicting the future or seeking guidance from the spiritual realm. Today, oracle bones are primarily of historical interest, but they remain a fascinating artifact of ancient Chinese culture.
