amulet

noun

am·​u·​let ˈam-yə-lət How to pronounce amulet (audio)
: a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)

Examples of amulet in a Sentence

a small cross made of goat bone was worn in the Middle Ages as an amulet to ward off evil
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The show followed the adventures of teacher Andrea Thomas, who discovered an ancient Egyptian amulet that bestowed upon her the power of the goddess Isis. Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024 Rome says the amulet holders are going to burn their advantages tonight so that the heat’s off their back. Nick Caruso, TVLine, 23 Oct. 2024 The series follows a young woman who discovers a magical amulet that belonged to her great-grandfather and uses it to enter a fantastical new world. Justin Kroll, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024 That wouldn’t be easy, as the amulet was located 80 feet deep into the ocean on Blackbeard’s last ship. Jordana Comiter, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for amulet 

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Latin amulētum, of obscure origin

First Known Use

1584, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of amulet was in 1584

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“Amulet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amulet. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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amulet

noun
am·​u·​let ˈam-yə-lət How to pronounce amulet (audio)
: a small object worn as a charm against evil

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