to·tem 
/ˈtoʊtəm/ noun
plural to·tems /ˈtoʊtəm/ noun [count] 1 a : something (such as an animal or plant) that is the symbol for a family, tribe, etc., especially among Native Americans
b : a usually carved or painted figure that represents such a symbol 2 : a person or thing that represents an idea
▪ Private jets are a totem of success among extremely wealthy people.
b : a usually carved or painted figure that represents such a symbol
▪ Private jets are a totem of success among extremely wealthy people.
— to·tem·ic /toʊˈtɛmɪk/ adjective
▪ totemic images
/toʊˈtɛmɪk/ adjective ▪ totemic images
