n. (pl. talismans)
1. an object, esp. an inscribed ring or stone, supposed to be endowed with magic powers esp. of averting evil from or bringing good luck to its holder.
2 a charm or amulet; a thing supposed capable of working wonders.
Derivatives:
talismanic adj.
Etymology: F & Sp., It. talismano, f. med.Gk telesmon, Gk telesma completion, religious rite f. teleo complete f. telos end