Associations to the word «Apotropaic»

Wiktionary

APOTROPAIC, adjective. (religion) (mysticism) Intended to ward off evil.
APOTROPAIC, noun. An agent intended to ward off evil.

Dictionary definition

APOTROPAIC, adjective. Having the power to prevent evil or bad luck.

Wise words

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John Adams