<human>:  What is the definition of a mascot?
<bot>: A mascot is a person, animal, or object thought to bring luck, or used to represent a group with a common public identity, such as a school, professional sports team, military unit, or brand name. They can appear in the form of logos, team names, mascots, song lyrics, icons, and other visual imagery. Mascots are often used in public awareness campaigns and can be found at sporting events and other public gatherings.