pentacle
[pen-tuh-kuh l]
noun
a similar figure, as a hexagram.
Origin of pentacle
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Related Words for pentacle
cinquefoil, pentangle, pentagram, quintuple, lustrum, cinque, quinquennium, quintuplet, pentagon, limerick, pentad, quincunx, quinquennial, quintuplicateExamples from the Web for pentacle
Historical Examples of pentacle
But very remarkable, in the mid-roof, is the boss of the pentacle of Solomon.
Footprints of Former Men in Far CornwallRobert S. Hawker
It was only a partial 'defense' therefore, and I nearly died in the pentacle.
Carnacki, The Ghost FinderWilliam Hope Hodgson
Then, 'round him, I drew upon the floor the figure of a Pentacle, in chalk.
Carnacki, The Ghost FinderWilliam Hope Hodgson
Like lightning, the thought sprang into my brain:—IT has crossed the Pentacle.
Carnacki, The Ghost FinderWilliam Hope Hodgson
I felt happier then; for this Pentacle is, as you all know, a wonderful 'Defense.'
Carnacki, The Ghost FinderWilliam Hope Hodgson
pentacle
noun
Word Origin for pentacle
C16: from Italian pentacolo something having five corners; see penta-
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