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mascot

/ˈmæs.kɑːt/
mas · cot
Plural:mascots
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• noun

1

A person, animal, or object adopted by a group, school, or sports team as a symbolic figure to represent them and bring good luck.

Example

"The university chose a fierce bulldog as their official mascot to intimidate opposing sports teams."

2

An entity, often an animal or small item, believed to bring good fortune to an individual or group.

Example

"The sailors considered the stray cat their lucky mascot during the dangerous maritime voyage."

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• Nearby Words

marzipan
mascara
mascarpone
mascot
masdevallia
mash
mashed potatoes

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French 'mascotte' (sorcerer's charm or good luck piece), originating from the Provençal word 'mascoto' (amulet or charm), a diminutive of 'masco' meaning 'witch'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mascot. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mascot
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