Arabic · noun · Being & Non-Being

Taaweez

ताबीज़

said taa-weez

also written: Tabeez

Meaning

Amulet, protective charm or talisman, usually a written verse worn for protection.

Literally: A thing sought refuge in.

Usage & notes

The worn amulet for warding off harm; a marker of folk faith and superstition.

Related words

Enchantment, magic spell, a magical world or talismanic illusion.

Magic formula, charm, sacred or spell-binding chant.

Spell, incantation, charm, magical enchantment.