totemic
adjective/təʊˈtemɪk/
/təʊˈtemɪk/
- connected with a totem or totems (= animals or other natural objects that are chosen and respected as special symbols in a particular culture)
- totemic animals
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- important because of being thought of as a symbol of a particular quality or idea
- His party celebrated a totemic victory.
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