churinga

/ˈtʃʊərɪŋə/

Definitions

1. noun

A stone or wooden object in Australian Aboriginal culture, often used in rituals and ceremonies.

“The elder used the churinga to connect the community with their ancestors.”

2. noun

A person who is considered to be the owner or keeper of a churinga.

“The churinga keeper was responsible for passing on the story of their ancestors.”

Synonyms

  • ritual object
  • totem

Antonyms

  • profane object
  • secular item