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talisman
[ tal-is-muhn, -iz- ]
noun
- a stone, ring, or other object, engraved with figures or characters supposed to possess occult powers and worn as an amulet or charm.
- any amulet or charm.
- anything whose presence exercises a remarkable or powerful influence on human feelings or actions.
talisman
/ ˈtælɪzmən; ˌtælɪzˈmænɪk /
noun
- a stone or other small object, usually inscribed or carved, believed to protect the wearer from evil influences
- anything thought to have magical or protective powers
Derived Forms
- talismanic, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- ٲ··· [tal-is-, man, -ik, -iz-], ٲi·i· adjective
- ٲi·i··ly adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of talisman1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of talisman1
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Example Sentences
"He's a modern-day club legend, for obvious reasons, and a figurehead and talisman of what we have done on the pitch," says Wrexham fan and co-host of the Fearless in Devotion podcast Tim Edwards.
Key has wisely decided that, with the first Test in Perth seven months away, adding the white-ball captaincy to his injury-ravaged talisman's workload was one risk he was not willing to take.
Marcus Smith, who started the campaign as England's attacking talisman but began this match on the bench, was key.
But losing talisman Cunha will be a massive blow, given he is their top league scorer on 13 goals and their attacking inspiration in this troubled campaign.
West Ham's talisman against struggling Leicester is an easy choice to make.
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