Synonyms for
Mascot
Definition
A person, animal, or object that is believed to bring good luck, especially one chosen as the symbol of an organization such as a sports team.
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Common collocations
- team mascot
- school mascot
- mascot costume
- mascot character
- mascot design
- mascot appearance
- mascot duties
- mascot launch
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Usage note
A mascot is typically a person, animal, or object adopted by a group as a symbolic figure, especially to bring them good luck. While 'mascot' can sometimes be used informally to refer to a person who is always present and brings good fortune, its primary meaning relates to a symbolic representative.
Example sentences
- The eagle is a popular mascot for many sports teams.
- Our class chose a bear as our mascot for the school spirit week.
- The company's mascot is a cartoon character that appears in their commercials.
- The university's mascot is a bulldog.
- The sports team's mascot led the parade before the game.
Quotes
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.” - Babe Ruth
“A champion is someone who gets up when he can’t.” - Jack Dempsey
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston Churchill