ceremonial dagger

Frequency: 4.00.6 per million words

a dagger used in rituals or as a symbol, not for combat

daggerADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

ceremonial

Examples (10)

  • The museum displayed a beautifully crafted ceremonial dagger from the ancient civilization.
  • The high priest raised the ceremonial dagger to begin the sacred ritual.
  • For the royal family, the ceremonial dagger is a symbol of authority, not a weapon.
  • Archaeologists unearthed a jewelled ceremonial dagger in the pharaoh's tomb.
  • In the fantasy novel, the hero was presented with a magical ceremonial dagger.
  • The handle of the ceremonial dagger was inlaid with precious stones.
  • A priceless ceremonial dagger was stolen from the collection last night.
  • He inherited the ancient ceremonial dagger that had been passed down through generations.
  • Even a ceremonial dagger can be subject to weapon regulations in some countries.
  • The artifact, identified as a ceremonial dagger, dates back to the Bronze Age.