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Juju (Noun)

Meaning 1

A charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The local medicine man claimed that his juju would protect us from harm on our journey through the jungle.
  • She believed that the juju she wore around her neck would bring her good luck in the competition.
  • According to legend, the ancient tribe worshipped a powerful juju that was said to control the forces of nature.
  • He purchased the small wooden statue as a juju to hang over his doorstep, hoping it would ward off evil spirits.
  • In some cultures, a juju is made from the body parts of animals, which are believed to possess mystical powers.

Synonyms

  • Fetish
  • Fetich
  • Hoodoo
  • Voodoo

Hypernyms

  • Good Luck Charm

Meaning 2

The power associated with a juju.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The villagers believed that the juju possessed the power to heal any wound or sickness.
  • In some African cultures, a juju is thought to be a magical object that holds spiritual power and authority.
  • The juju was said to have the power to bring good fortune and prosperity to those who possessed it.
  • The sorcerer used the juju to cast a spell that would protect the village from harm.
  • According to legend, the juju had the power to communicate with the spirits of the dead.

Hypernyms

  • Thaumaturgy
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