Amulet
/ˈæm.jə.lɪt/noun
A small object worn or carried as a charm against harm or for good luck.
Did you know?The word entered English through Latin amuletum, and scholars have long connected it with the idea of something that “protects” or “keeps away” harm, which is exactly how amulets were used in ancient magic and medicine.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Rome
Latin
amuletum
“a charm or object worn for protection”
Late Latin
Latin
amuletum
“a protective talisman”
Middle French
French
amulette
“a charm or amulet”
16th Century
English
amulet
“a charm worn to protect against evil or misfortune”
Modern English
English
amulet
“a small object believed to bring protection or good luck”