omphaloskepsis
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noun \ˌäm(p)-fə-lō-ˈskep-səs\Definition of OMPHALOSKEPSIS
: contemplation of one's navel as an aid to meditation; also : navel-gazing
Origin of OMPHALOSKEPSIS
New Latin, from Greek omphalos + skepsis examination — more at spy
First Known Use: 1925
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