juju

• Nom désignant un objet auquel on attribue, par superstition, un pouvoir magique, ou la force surnaturelle elle-même associée à un tel objet.

A noun referring to a charm or object superstitiously believed to embody magical powers, or the supernatural power associated with such an object.

1. Magical power or auraB2informal

   The supernatural force or influence believed to be associated with an object or practice, often in West African traditions.

   Pouvoir magique ou aura (juju)

   • The villagers believed the shaman's juju could protect them from harm.
   • He felt a strange juju in the old temple.
   • Some people think the team's winning streak is due to good juju.

   Synonymesauracharismainfluencemagicmojopowerspell

2. Charm or talismanB2informal

   An object, such as an amulet or charm, superstitiously believed to possess magical powers.

   Grigri

   • She wore a small juju around her neck for good luck.
   • The witch doctor gave him a juju to ward off evil spirits.
   • Tourists often buy juju charms as souvenirs.

   Synonymesamuletcharmfetishmojotalisman