apotropaic
/ˌæpətrəˈpeɪɪk/
adjective
- Intended to ward off evil or bad luck.
- The symbol of the evil eye is often used as an apotropaic device in many cultures.
- Some people carry a rabbit's foot as an apotropaic charm.
- Ancient Greeks placed apotropaic statues of Gorgons on buildings to protect them.
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