mascot

mas-cot · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person, animal, or object adopted by a group as a symbolic figure, especially to bring good luck.

  2. 2.

    A costumed character representing a sports team or organization at events.

Forms

plural: mascots

Related words

See also: charm, emblem, symbol
Synonyms: emblem, symbol, talisman

Etymology

From French mascotte (lucky charm), from Provencal mascoto (sorcery, fetish), diminutive of masco (witch).