Pentacle
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɛnt.ə.kl̩/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pentacle is a noun meaning (Wicca) A pentagram, especially one that is used for magical or mystical purposes.
Meaning
(Wicca) A pentagram, especially one that is used for magical or mystical purposes.
More Meanings
- (Wicca) A circumscribed pentagram.
- A figure formed by two equilateral triangles intersecting regularly so as to form a six-pointed star.
- A flat talisman, almost always star-shaped, made of parchment, sheet metal, or other substance, marked with a magic symbol or symbols, used in magical evocation.
Example Sentences
a five-pointed star (pentacle).
he drew a pentacle or five-pointed star.
the figure of the pentacle, or pentagram.
A pentacle is a pentagram with a circle drawn around it.
Word Forms
- pentacles
Synonyms for pentacle
Depending on context, synonyms include pentagram.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pentagram, star, pent, anting-anting, pendulet, pendeloque.
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