wand

• Nom désignant un bâton ou une baguette mince, souvent décoratif, utilisé par un magicien pour exécuter des tours, par un chef d'orchestre pour diriger, ou comme objet cérémoniel ou symbolique.

A noun referring to a slender, often decorative rod or stick, typically used by a magician for performing tricks, by a conductor for directing an orchestra, or as a ceremonial or symbolic object.

1. Magician's rodA2formal

   A slender rod used by a magician or performer to cast spells or perform tricks.

   baguette magique

   • The magician waved his wand and a rabbit appeared.
   • She used a magic wand to make the coin disappear.
   • Children love to pretend they have a wand that can grant wishes.

   Synonymesbatonrodscepterstaff

2. Divining rodB2formal

   A thin, flexible stick used by a water diviner to locate underground water sources.

   baguette de sourcier

   • The dowser walked across the field holding a forked wand.
   • He claimed his wand could find water deep underground.
   • Using a wand for water divining is an ancient practice.

   Synonymesdivining roddowsing rod

3. Ceremonial staffB1formal

   A decorative rod carried as a symbol of authority or office in ceremonies.

   Bâton de cérémonie

   • The queen held a golden wand during the coronation.
   • The ceremonial wand was adorned with jewels and gold.
   • The chief carried a carved wooden wand as a sign of leadership.

   Synonymesbatonmacerodscepterstaffverge

4. Conductor's batonB1formalart

   A thin, tapered rod used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir.

   Baguette de chef d'orchestre

   • The conductor raised his wand to begin the symphony.
   • She tapped her wand on the music stand to get the orchestra's attention.
   • A conductor's wand helps keep the musicians in perfect time.

   Synonymesbaton