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periapt - Word of the Day - Sun Jun 9, 2024

Myr

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periapt - (noun) - an amulet or charm worn as a protection against harm.

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The ancient warrior wore a periapt around his neck, believing it would shield him from danger.

 

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Bill W

Origin is Greek, peri (around) and haptein (fasten) = periapton.  To Middle French periapte.  These items were crafted with a gem and usually hung from a silver chain.  

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