Phrase guide
Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.
Sound
Each Play button uses your device's default local English voice, or a natural local fallback. The selected voice name appears after playback. This is synthesized speech, not a source recording.
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noun
A ceremonial stick that grants the holder the right to speak in a group discussion.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: speaker's staff
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A piece of wood which is used by aboriginal Australians as part of or a form of communication either by being carved or by another method.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Australia
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Synonyms: message stick, stick letter
Antonyms: none provided
History
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