talisman
Translation
talisman, amulet, charm
Examples
He wore a talisman for good luck.
He wore a talisman for good luck.
The ancient sword was a powerful talisman.
The ancient sword was a powerful talisman.
Grammar Patterns
a talisman ((for sth.)) an object believed to bring good luck for something He wore a talisman for good luck.
Similar Words
Synonyms: amulet, charm; Antonyms: jinx, curse
Etymology
From Arabic 'ṭilasm', which comes from the Greek 'telesma' meaning 'consecration' or 'ritual'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'talisman' as an object that 'tells a man' his good fortune or protects him. It's an object believed to have magical powers.