mace
nounUK /meɪs/
US /meɪs/
A mace is a heavy stick with a metal ball on the end that people used long ago to hit things.
The knight carried a mace into battle.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A spice made from the outer covering of a nutmeg.
She added a pinch of mace to the soup.
3. A ceremonial rod carried by an official.
The mayor held the golden mace during the parade.
4. A chemical spray used for self-defense.
The guard used mace to stop the attacker.