Clan emblem (5)
I believe the answer is:
totem
'clan emblem' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for totem that I've seen before include "Natural object carved on poles by North American Indians" , "Primitive object of worship" , "Sign" , "Spiritually significant item" , "Animal as clan symbol" .)