sceptre

• Bâton ou verge cérémoniel(le) que tient un monarque comme symbole d'autorité royale et de souveraineté.

A ceremonial staff or baton held by a monarch as a symbol of royal authority and sovereignty.

1. Symbol of royal authorityB2formalbritish

   A ceremonial staff held by a monarch as a symbol of power and sovereignty.

   Sceptre (insigne royal)

   • The king held his golden sceptre during the coronation.
   • The queen's sceptre is adorned with precious jewels.
   • The sceptre represents the imperial authority of the ruler.

   Synonymesbatonmacerodstaffvergewand

2. Emblematic staffB2formalbritish

   A decorated rod or staff used in official ceremonies or as a symbol of office.

   Sceptre (bâton emblématique)

   • The mayor carried a ceremonial sceptre at the parade.
   • The sceptre was passed down through generations of the royal family.
   • In ancient times, a sceptre was often used in religious rituals.

   Synonymesbatonmacerodstaffwand