greegree
/ˈɡriˌɡri/
noun
- An African or African-diaspora charm, amulet, or talisman believed to have magical or protective powers.
- Some people still carry a greegree as a symbol of spiritual protection.
- In the story, the old woman gave the hero a greegree to protect him from harm.
- The traveler wore a greegree around his neck for good luck.