Meaning of the word ouija in English

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ouija

US /ˈwiː.dʒə/
UK /ˈwiː.dʒə/

Noun

a board printed with letters, numbers, and other signs, to which a movable indicator or planchette is attached, supposedly used for communicating with spirits

Example:
They tried to contact ghosts using a Ouija board.
Playing with a Ouija board can be a spooky experience.