Sigil
/ˈsɪdʒ.ɪl/noun
A symbol used in magic to represent a specific intention or desire.
Did you know?In medieval grimoires, sigils were believed to hold the power to summon and bind spirits, making them essential tools for practitioners of the occult.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*seh₂g-
“to bind or join together.”
Latin
Latin
sigillum
“a small sign or seal, often used for magical purposes.”
Old French
Old French
sigil
“a seal or sign used in magical texts.”
Middle English
Middle English
sigil
“a symbol used in occult practices.”
Modern English
English
sigil
“a magical symbol representing a specific intent or entity.”