apotropaic

UK
/ˌæpətrəˈpeɪɪk/
US
/ˌæpətrəˈpeɪk/

Translations

apotropaicadjective
more apotropaic
Comp.
most apotropaic
Super.
UK
/ˌæpətrəˈpeɪɪk/
US
/ˌæpətrəˈpeɪk/
The ancient Greeks used apotropaic symbols to ward off evil spirits.
Древние греки использовали апотропейные символы, чтобы отгонять злых духов.

Definitions

apotropaicadjective
Intended to ward off evil or bad luck.
The villagers hung apotropaic charms around their homes to protect against malevolent spirits.