Mascot

Pronunciation: /ˈmæskɑt/

Definitions of mascot

noun a person, animal, or object that is adopted by a team or organization as a symbolic figure and brings good luck

Example Sentences

A1 The school mascot is a lion.

A2 The team's mascot is a friendly bear.

B1 The company's mascot is a cartoon character that represents their brand.

B2 The university's mascot is a beloved symbol that brings the community together.

C1 The sports team's mascot has become an iconic figure in the city.

C2 The organization's mascot is known worldwide and has a huge fan following.

Examples of mascot in a Sentence

formal The university's mascot is a lion, symbolizing strength and courage.

informal We cheered loudly for the team's mascot, a friendly bear.

slang That mascot costume is so cool, I wish I could wear it!

figurative In the business world, the company's logo is like its mascot, representing its brand identity.

Grammatical Forms of mascot

• past tense: mascoted
• plural: mascots
• comparative: more mascot
• superlative: most mascot
• present tense: mascots
• future tense: will mascot
• perfect tense: have mascoted
• continuous tense: is mascoting
• singular: mascot
• positive degree: mascot
• infinitive: to mascot
• gerund: mascoting
• participle: mascoting

Origin and Evolution of mascot

First Known Use: 1881 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'mascot' originated from the French term 'mascotte', which was used to describe a charm or talisman believed to bring good luck.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'mascot' evolved to refer to a person, animal, or object that is believed to bring luck or represent a group or organization.