temalacatl

/temaˈlakatl/ (teh-mah-lah-KAHL-tl)

Definitions

1. noun

A trophy or ceremonial head taken as a symbol of victory, especially in Mesoamerican warfare.

“The ancient Aztecs often displayed temalacatl as a sign of their military prowess.”

Synonyms

  • symbol
  • trophy

Antonyms

  • defeat
  • loss