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1. (n.) scepter
a rod or wand borne in the hand as an emblem of regal or imperial power.
2. scepter
royal or imperial power or authority; sovereignty.
3. (v.t.) scepter
to give a scepter to; invest with authority.
Etymology: (1250–1300; ME (s)ceptre < OF < L scēptrum < Gk skêptron staff)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) scepter, sceptre
the imperial authority symbolized by a scepter
2. (noun) scepter, sceptre, verge, wand
a ceremonial or emblematic staff
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) scepter
alt. of Sceptre
2. (verb) scepter
alt. of Sceptre
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