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tal·is·man
 talisman
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- pronunciation:
- tae
lihs
m
 n
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tae
lihz
mn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
talismans |
| definition 1: |
an object, often worn or carried as an ornament, that is believed to protect, or give one supernatural powers.
She believed in the power of her talisman and never removed it from around her neck.- similar words:
- amulet, charm
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| definition 2: |
anything that is believed to confer good luck or magically increase one's powers; charm.
- similar words:
- amulet, charm
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| related words: |
magic |
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| derivation: |
talismanic (adj.) |
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