Dictionary
tal•is•man
Pronunciation: (tal'is-mun, -iz-), [key]—
n.,
—pl. -mans.
1. a stone, ring, or other object, engraved with figures or characters supposed to possess occult powers and worn as an amulet or charm.
2. any amulet or charm.
3. anything whose presence exercises a remarkable or powerful influence on human feelings or actions.
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