Protective talisman Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

TALISMAN (noun)
1. a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease
PROTECTIVE (adjective)
1. intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind
2. showing care

Hint 3: Anagram

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MULETA

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