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amulet

noun am·u·let \ˈam-yə-lət\

: a small object worn to protect the person wearing it against bad things (such as illness, bad luck, etc.)

Full Definition of AMULET

: a charm (as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (as disease or witchcraft)

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Latin amuletum

First Known Use: 1584

Synonyms: charm, fetish (also fetich), mascot, mojo, periapt, phylactery, talisman

AMULET Defined for Kids

noun am·u·let \ˈam-yə-lət\

: a small object worn as a charm against evil

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