wands
nounUK /wɒndz/
US /wɑːndz/
Wands are thin sticks that people use to do magic in stories.
The fairy waved her wand and the pumpkin turned into a carriage.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Thin handheld devices used to scan barcodes in shops.
The cashier passed the scanner wand over each item.
3. Long thin sticks used by conductors to direct an orchestra.
The conductor raised her wand and the music began.
4. Slender flexible rods used in gymnastics or twirling.
The gymnast spun the ribbon wand gracefully.