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totem

noun

/ˈtoʊtəm/

Meaning

A natural object, animal, or symbol that is revered as a spiritual emblem by a group or tribe.

The eagle is considered a sacred totem in many cultures.

emblem, symbol, idol, icon

ordinary object, insignificance

totem pole, tribal totem, sacred totem

the state of being free from danger or threat; protection against harm

The act of imitating someone or something, often for humor or learning.

a group of human beings collectively

a line separating two political or geographical areas, especially countries

A typical example or pattern of something; a model. A set of concepts or thought patterns, including...

a person who is being tested in an examination