apotropaism

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Synonyms: apotropaion, apotropaic

Antonyms: apotropaion, apotropaic

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|religion|mysticism}} The use of [[ritual]] or other [[magic]]al means (including [[charm]]s and/or [[incantation]]s) to [[avert]] [[evil]] or bad luck.

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