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ankhs, plural;
  1. An object or design resembling a cross but having a loop instead of the top arm, used in ancient Egypt as a symbol of life

  1. Progressive ankylosis protein homolog is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ANKH gene.
  2. The Ankh, also known as key of life, the key of the Nile or crux ansata, was the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic character that read "eternal life", a triliteral sign for the consonants ˁ-n-ḫ. ...
  3. Ankh-Morpork is a fictional city-state which prominently features in Terry Pratchett's Discworld series of fantasy novels. As cities go, it is on the far side of corrupt and polluted, and is subject to outbreaks of comedic violence and brouhaha on a fairly regular basis. ...
  4. Ankh is a point-and-click 3D adventure game by Deck13 Interactive. It features a fully three-dimensional environment with cineastic camera movement. All content is fully spoken and the soundtrack reflects an authentic Egyptian atmosphere. ...
  5. A cross shaped like a T with a loop at the top, the Egyptian hieroglyph representing the Egyptian triliteral ˁ-n-ḫ (“eternal life”) and often used as an amulet or charm for this concept
  6. The symbolic representation of both Physical and Eternal life. It is known as the original cross. The loop of the Ankh represents the feminine discipline or the (Womb), while the elongated section represent the masculine discipline or the (Penis). ...
  7. A hieroglyphic sign symbolising life; it has been likened to a sandal strap.
  8. a figure resembling a cross, with a loop or ring forming a handle instead of the upper arm. used in ancient Egyptian art as a symbol of life.
  9. A symbol of life, resembling a looped cross. It was later adapted by Coptic Christians as their cross. Widely used as an amulet.
  10. A cross topped by a loop, sometimes called a tau-cross, connected to the worship of the Egyptian goddess, Isis. ...
  11. The ankh is a symbol that Lord British uses to represent the eight virtues in general. An ankh is usually made from stone, metal, or wood. It resembles a circle with a long crossed shaft on the bottom. Because of its symbolism, Ankhs have become common place in our culture. ...
  12. Looking like a cross with a loop on top, the ankh was the symbol for eternal life. It is often seen in the hands of the gods in tomb paintings.
  13. From an Egyptian hieroglyphic that means "life". Throughout history the symbol appears, often associated with the goddess Isis. Ankhs were inscribed on the tombs of wealthy pharaohs in ancient times. ...
  14. (ahnk) An Egyptian hieroglyphic that is widely used as a symbol for Life, Love and Reincarnation.
  15. An egyptian symbol that looks similar to a Christian cross, but with a loop at the top above the shorter, intersecting line. It symbolizes immortality and/or reincarnation.
  16. Only gods, kings and queens were allowed to carry this symbol- The Ankh is the Egyptian Sign of Life – the king or god holding it has the power to give life or take it away.
  17. (n) an Egyptian cross, also known as The Key of Life, which combines the male and female symbols of Osiris and Isis.  As jewellery it can be worn as a necklace.
  18. The symbol of life par excellence, the ankh was offered, with the Ib, to return life to the Netjeru who gave it. The ankh pictured here is made of glass and was purchased at Womencrafts in Provincetown.
  19. The Egyptian symbol of life. The symbol represents the male ( T ) and the female ( o ) and is often worn by Witches as an affirmation of the basic pro-life/nature aspect of Wicca and as a symbol of their religion when they cannot safely wear a Pentacle..
  20. an Egyptian glyph for life.