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Totem
01
a natural object, often an animal or plant, that is considered sacred and serves as a symbol or emblem for a particular group, clan, or family
Examples
The totem of the tribe, a majestic eagle, stood tall as a symbol of unity and shared ancestry.
02
a tribe or clan identified through a shared totemic object
Examples
The eagle totem comprised a tribe living along the riverbanks.
