pentagram
noun/ˈpɛntəɡræm/
Frequency rank: #19,039 most common English word
Meaning
A five-pointed star shape drawn with five straight strokes, often used as a symbol in magic or religion.
Example sentence
The magician drew pentagram on the floor before beginning the ritual.
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