menat

American  

[mey-naht] / ˈmeɪ nɑt /

noun

1. an amulet worn by certain Egyptians in ancient times to secure divine protection and to ensure fertility.

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Etymology

Origin of menat

Vocalization of Egyptian mnyt

Example Sentences

But in private he blamed his ambassador in Tunis, Pierre Menat, and promptly sacked him.

From BBC

The diplomats said the Elysée had, in effect, made the diplomat, Pierre Ménat, a scapegoat for the Elysée’s own failure to stay on top of events.

From New York Times

To make matters worse, Mr. Ménat was replaced at Mr. Sarkozy’s behest by a 41-year-old Arabist who was so rude to Tunisian journalists inquiring about Ms. Alliot-Marie’s behavior during the revolt that he prompted protests within days of his arrival.

From New York Times

If it landed on the dirty side, that meant dirt, if it landed on the other, that menat Hwy.

From Time Magazine Archive

At the back of his neck hangs the menat or symbol of joy and happiness; on his right hand stands Nephthys, and on his left stands Isis.

From Project Gutenberg