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φυλαχτό — meaning in English

fylachto

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English meaning

  • amulet noun A small charm, symbol, or piece of jewellery worn or carried in the belief that it protects the wearer from harm or bad luck.
  • charm noun A quality that makes someone likeable, attractive, or persuasive.
  • talisman noun An object believed to bring good luck or protection to whoever carries or wears it.

Senses

φυλαχτό is used for these senses in English:

  • amulet A religious article, protective charm, or ornament, usually bearing cultural or magical symbols, worn for protection against ill will, negative influences, or evil spirits.
  • charm An object, act or words believed to have magic power (usually carries a positive connotation).
  • lucky charm An object kept for good luck.
  • talisman A magical object providing protection against ill will, or the supernatural, or conferring the wearer with a boon such as good luck, good health, or power(s).

charm — full definition

  1. noun A quality that makes someone likeable, attractive, or persuasive.
  2. noun An object or spoken words believed to bring good luck or magical protection.
  3. noun A small decorative trinket hung on a bracelet or necklace.
  4. verb To attract, delight, or persuade someone through pleasing qualities.
  5. verb To influence or protect someone or something through magic.
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