talisman

Definizione monolingua

talisman

talisman (plural talismans)

1. A kind of protective charm or ornament, often bearing magical symbols, worn for protection against ill will, negative influences, evil spirits and/or the supernatural. Like an amulet or other charm, a talisman protects, but also confers the wearer with a boon of some kind, (such as good luck, good health, power(s) etc.)
   • 1997 — John Peel, War of the Daleks, ch. 10 p. 233

     She kept low, clutching the rifle shed taken as though it were a magic talisman, as if it would somehow protect her even though she didnt fire it.

   • 1916 — Frank Baum, Rinkitink in Oz, ch. 1

     I have in my possession three Magic Talismans, which I have ever guarded with utmost care, keeping the knowledge of their existence from anyone else.

Definizione dizionario talisman

	talismano
	magical amulet

amuleto

portafortuna

Altri significati:

A small amulet or other object, often bearing magical symbols, worn for protection against evil spirits or the supernatural.