*telesm*

a. [ Gr. &unr_;, fr. &unr_; effect of the stars on human destiny, fr. &unr_; to complete; &unr_; from + &unr_; to end, &unr_; end. ] 1. Relating to the casting of horoscopes. [ Archaic ] Whewell. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. Relating to an issue of fulfillment. [ 1913 Webster ]

In this way a passage in the Old Testament may have, or rather comprise, an apotelesmatic sense, i. e., one of after or final accomplishment. M. Stuart. [ 1913 Webster ]

n. [ Ar. tilism. See Talisman. ] A kind of amulet or magical charm. [ Obs. ] J. Gregory. [ 1913 Webster ]