talisman
The origin and history of talisman.
Etymology
From French talisman, ultimately from Greek telesma, meaning "religious rite" or "completion" — the idea of an object charged with ritual power.
The origin and history of talisman.
From French talisman, ultimately from Greek telesma, meaning "religious rite" or "completion" — the idea of an object charged with ritual power.
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