adjimat
Tausug
editEtymology
editBorrowed from Malay azimat, from Arabic عَزِيمَة (ʕazīma). Compare Tagalog agimat.
Pronunciation
editNoun
editadjimat
- a kind of amulet
- Synonyms: hampan, anting-anting, manik, buku, papakan, habay-habay
Usage notes
edit- The amulet consists of a piece of paper with a phrase or verse written in Arabic script wrapped in a piece of cloth. It is assumed to have magic power to help its owner against any danger, injury, or sickness and is usually worn around the owner's waist.