pentacle Definition
pen·ta·cle (pen′tə kəl)
noun
a symbol, usually a five-pointed star, formerly used in magic
Etymology: MFr < ML pentaculum < Gr penta-, penta- + L -culum, dim. suffix
pentacle Usage Examples
Converse of object
- emboss: The steel blade is suitably blunt, and the pommel has a pentacle embossed upon both sides.
- have: The steel blade is suitably blunt, and the pommel has a pentacle embossed upon both sides.
- draw: Today I slipped out early, chose my spot, drew the pentacle over a sandy bank above deep water.
Modifies a noun
pendant: Silver pentacle pendant with a moonstone at each point. the combination of which is said to provide protection and enhance psychic and predictive ability.
Noun used with modifier
oak: Finished with linseed oil and good beeswax £ 22.00 Quantity: OAK PENTACLE - TURNED THIS OAK BOARD IS ABOUT 8 " DIA.
Browse dictionary entries near pentacle
- ‹ pentachlorophenol
- ‹ penta-
- ‹ pent-up
- ‹ pent
- ‹ penstock
- ‹ penstemon
- ‹ pensive
- ‹ pensioner
- ‹ pensione
- ‹ pensionary
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- pentamidine ›
- pentane ›

