menat

[ mey-naht ]

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of menat¹

Vocalization of Egyptian mnyt

Example Sentences

The habitat and name suggest Yucca, Walapai menat, but the Walapai speak of cooking the fruit, not the root.

From Project Gutenberg

St. Carileff was a monk at Menat, near Clermont, and died about 540.

From Project Gutenberg