Definitions for talismanic-ˈmæn ɪk
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
tal•is•manˈtæl ɪs mən, -ɪz-(n.)(pl.)-mans.
an object engraved with figures supposed to possess occult powers, worn as a charm.
anything that exercises a powerful influence.
Origin of talisman:
1630–40; < F or Sp 蠐 Ar ṭilasm < Gk télesma payment
tal`is•man′ic-ˈmæn ɪk(adj.)
Princeton's WordNet
talismanic(adj)
possessing or believed to possess magic power especially protective power
"a talismanic amulet"
Wiktionary
talismanic(Adjective)
Of, relating to, or like, a talisman.
talismanic(Adjective)
Having a magical protective power.
Webster Dictionary
Talismanic(adj)
alt. of Talismanical
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