1. tall, thin rock formations created by erosion, typically found in desert regions
Usage: geology
2. bad luck or misfortune; a jinx or curse
Usage: informal

Examples

• The hoodoos in Bryce Canyon create a stunning landscape of red and orange spires.
• Tourists come from around the world to photograph the unique hoodoos.
• Wind and water carved these hoodoos over millions of years.
• The baseball team blamed their losing streak on hoodoos.
• She carried a lucky charm to ward off any hoodoos.
• The ancient hoodoos stood like silent sentinels in the desert.