Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Periapt /(pĕr"ĭ*ăpt)/ · Per·i·apt · IPA /ˈpɛɹɪapt/ 01 n. A charm worn as a protection against disease or mischief; an amulet. 1. A charm worn as a protection against disease or mischief; an amulet. “Now help, ye charming spells and periapts.” — Shak.