wand
6 synonyms for wand, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A slender rod held in the hand, especially one used by a magician or as a symbol of authority.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use wand
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
magic wand
wave a wand
wand someone down
Etymology
From Old Norse vǫndr, "switch" or "twig," from a Proto-Germanic root meaning a slender rod — related distantly to the idea of something that bends or twists.
Full origin of wand →Frequently asked questions
What does “wand” mean?
The word “wand” means a slender rod held in the hand, especially one used by a magician or as a symbol of authority. In plain terms, a thin rod used by magicians, or (as a verb) to check someone with a handheld scanner.
How do you pronounce “wand”?
“Wand” is pronounced wond (/wɑnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “wand” in a sentence?
Here is “wand” used in a sentence: “The magician waved his wand and the coin vanished.”
What part of speech is “wand”?
Depending on how it is used, “wand” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “wand” come from?
The word “wand” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse vǫndr, "switch" or "twig," from a Proto-Germanic root meaning a slender rod — related distantly to the idea of something that bends or twists.
Is “wand” a common word?
“Wand” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “wand” have?
“Wand” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a slender rod held in the hand, especially one used by a magician or as a symbol of authority.
