scepter
noun
a rod or wand borne in the hand as an emblem of regal or imperial power.
scepters
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pluralof scepter.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Another pair of scepters include tiny life-like hands that Sanroman says belonged to the god of death, Mictlantecuhtli.
From Reuters ● Sep. 29, 2023
They were presented with centuries-old swords, scepters and a jewel-encrusted golden orb symbolizing the monarch’s power in a medieval tradition celebrated with liturgy, song and hearty cheers of “God save the king.”
From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2023
The echo of Queen Elizabeth II, his late mother, who also held two scepters at the same moment in her 1953 coronation, was profound.
From New York Times ● May 6, 2023
It has special armrests to support the royal arms that are holding paraphernalia like scepters.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 3, 2023
My older brother had on a blue jacket embroidered with shapes resembling Buddha scepters for long life.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
