Amulet
/ˈæm.jə.lɪt/ noun
noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A religious article, protective charm, or ornament, usually bearing cultural or magical symbols, worn for protection against ill will, negative influences, or evil spirits.
"The soldier wore an amulet for protection."
- 2 a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease wordnet
Example
More examples"Take an amulet for safety's sake."
Etymology
From Middle French amulette, from Latin amuletum.