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Definitions

Noun

1. 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. 2
   a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

talismancharmcharmfetishfetishfylfot

Example

More examples

"Take an amulet for safety's sake."

Etymology

From Middle French amulette, from Latin amuletum.

Related phrases

ill will

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