mascot
word
Definition
A mascot is a person, animal, or object that represents a group, team, or event and is thought to bring good luck or symbolize the group.
Usage & Nuances
Common in sports and schools; usually playful or symbolic. Not to be confused with 'pet', which means a domestic animal. Often used as a costumed character at events.
Spanish: mascotaPortuguese (BR): mascotePortuguese (PT): mascoteChinese (Simplified): 吉祥物Chinese (Traditional): 吉祥物Hindi: प्रतीक चिन्ह - शुभंकरArabic: تميمةBengali: মাসকট - প্রতীক প্রাণী (সৌভাগ্যের জন্য ব্যবহৃত)Russian: талисман - маскотJapanese: マスコット - マスコットキャラクターVietnamese: linh vậtKorean: 마스코트Turkish: maskotUrdu: مسکات - علامتی کردارIndonesian: maskot
Example Sentences
Our school has a tiger as its mascot.
basic
The football team introduced a new mascot this year.
basic
Many events have a mascot to bring excitement.
basic
The kids loved taking photos with the team’s mascot at the game.
natural
Our company’s dragon mascot always gets a lot of attention at trade shows.
natural
Without its famous mascot, the brand just isn’t the same.
natural