amulet

[US]/'æmjʊlɪt/
[UK]/'æmjʊlət/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. talisman, object worn as a charm to protect against evil

Example Sentences

Scarab beetle amulets portrayed the beetle's persistence in rolling a dung ball and the reemergence of the beetle from its hole in the ground.

She wore a protective amulet around her neck.

The amulet was believed to bring good luck to the wearer.

He always carries his lucky amulet with him wherever he goes.

The ancient tribes used to wear amulets for protection against evil spirits.

She received an amulet as a gift from her grandmother.

The amulet had intricate designs engraved on it.

Many cultures believe in the power of amulets to ward off negative energy.

He felt a sense of comfort whenever he held onto his amulet.

The amulet was passed down through generations in the family.

The amulet was said to have been blessed by a powerful shaman.

Real-world Examples

Should an emergency arise, we will simply call an amulet. -A what?

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 4

" If I were on duty..." said Mr. Weasley, glaring angrily at the amulet seller.

Source: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

His first act it to place a metal amulet at the entrance to out tent to protect us from scorpion.

Source: Insect Kingdom Season 2 (Original Soundtrack Version)

Meanwhile, hidden from the teachers, a roaring trade in talismans, amulets, and other protective devices was sweeping the school.

Source: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Selected Edition

I've got the amulet. - Good work.

Source: Legends of Tomorrow Season 2

I think Bike Shorts over there is eyeing my amulet.

Source: The American TV series "Atypical" Season 1 and Season 2.

Hey, what are you going to do without your precious amulet?

Source: Gravity Falls Season 1

Many of the amulets looked like animals or gods.

Source: Life Noggin

Uh--Commander Steel, do-- do you still have the amulet?

Source: Legends of Tomorrow Season 2

A magic amulet that will grant her three wishes.

Source: Friday Flash Fiction - 100-word Micro Fiction

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