wand vs sprig
sprig vs wandwand and sprig both are nouns.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wand | Yes | No | No | No |
| sprig | Yes | No | No | No |
As nouns,
sprig is a hypernym of
wand; that is, sprig is a
word with a broader meaning than wand:
- wand: a thin supple twig or rod
- sprig: a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year
| wand (noun) | sprig (noun) |
|---|---|
| a rod used by a magician or water diviner | an ornament that resembles a spray of leaves or flowers |
| a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir | a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year |
| a ceremonial or emblematic staff | |
| a thin supple twig or rod |
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