scepter
noun
scep·ter
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Definition of scepter
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a staff or baton borne by a sovereign as an emblem of authority
2
: royal or imperial authority : sovereignty
scepter
verb
sceptered;
sceptering\ ˈsep-t(ə-)riŋ
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Definition of scepter (Entry 2 of 2)
: to invest with the scepter in token of royal authority
Examples of scepter in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
With wooden horns and a scepter covered in ivy, Lagone says her cosplay was a representation of her own druid from Dungeons & Dragons. — Emily Sabens, Indianapolis Star, "Santa Claus, Chewbacca, creepy clowns and more: 21 of the best costumes we saw at Gen Con," 3 Aug. 2019 Their $8,000 gift box includes rolling papers and accessories, with a solid gold rolling tray, and a gold tamper that has the shape of the queen's scepter. — CBS News, "High-end shops for the marijuana smoker," 27 July 2019 Republican’ long for an ermine stole, a scepter and an orb. — Clark Collis, EW.com, "Elvis Costello refers to Donald Trump as a 'mediocre entrepreneur' in letter accepting award from Queen," 10 June 2019 Both queens wore their organizations' mantles, Medici collars, crowns and scepters. — Sue Strachan, NOLA.com, "Rex, Comus continue 100-plus year tradition at their Carnival balls," 14 Feb. 2018 The organization's traditional Medici collar, mantle, and scepter added radiance. — Sue Strachan, NOLA.com, "Elves of Oberon sets the stage for its Carnival ball," 20 Feb. 2018 The gown was finished with the organization's traditional Medici collar, mantle, necklace, earrings and scepter. — Sue Strachan, NOLA.com, "Krewe of Dorians bal masque continues a tradition," 10 Feb. 2018 At the other end of the spectrum, his mother-in-law, Dolly Ann Souchon Johnsen, was a former queen of Carnival who taught make-believe monarchs to walk, wave and wield their scepters. — Contributing Writer, NOLA.com, "What do Barq's and James Bond have in common? This guy.," 4 Apr. 2018 Queen Isabel also wore the organization's Medici collar and mantle, while her custom crown and scepter were by Moan's Couture. — Sue Strachan, NOLA.com, "Krewe of Hermes glittering 79th annual ball," 27 Feb. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'scepter.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for scepter
scepter
noun
English Language Learners Definition of scepter
: a long decorated stick that is carried by a king or queen
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scepter
noun
scep·ter
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Kids Definition of scepter
: a rod carried by a ruler as a sign of authority
a royal scepter
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