ongon
/ˈɒnɡɒn/Cultural Anthropol.
noun
In the shamanist religion of Mongolia (especially among the Buriats): an image representing a god or spirit and supposed to be endowed with its power; a fetish.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in John Trusler (1735–1820), Church of England clergyman and author. From Mongolian ongγon pure, sacred, guardian spirit.