fortune teller UK /ˈfɔːt͡ʃuːn ˌtɛlə/US /ˈfoɹt͡ʃən ˌtɛlɚ/ noun2 •A person who professes to predict the future in return for money."Cross my palm with silver and I'll tell you your fortune," said the fortune teller. •A cootie catcher. formsfortune tellers · fortune-tellers