sigil

/ˈsɪdʒəl/
noun
  1. A symbol or design believed to have magical power, often used in rituals or spells.
    • In the fantasy novel, the hero's sword was marked with a glowing sigil.
    • The witch drew a sigil on the floor to protect the circle.
    • He carved a small sigil into the candle before lighting it.
  2. A distinctive symbol or emblem representing a person, group, or idea.
    • The ancient family sigil was a golden lion on a blue background.
    • The company's sigil appeared on every product they sold.
    • Each knight wore a sigil on their shield to show their allegiance.
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