1. plural of grimoire; books of magic spells, rituals, and instructions for summoning spirits or performing supernatural acts, often associated with medieval or occult traditions
Usage: usually plural; often used in historical, literary, or fantasy contexts

Examples

• The museum's rare book collection includes several ancient grimoires from the 16th century.
• In fantasy novels, wizards often consult grimoires to learn powerful spells.
• Historians study grimoires to understand medieval beliefs about magic and the supernatural.
• The library's grimoires were kept in a locked vault due to their historical value.
• Many grimoires contain elaborate illustrations and handwritten annotations.
• Collectors of occult literature seek out first editions of famous grimoires.