have been other uses, all stemming from the original meaning as a synonym of rod and virge. A stick that is used for reaching, pointing, drawing in the dirt, and directing other people, is one of the earliest and simplest of tools.

History

It is possible that wands were used by pre-historic peoples. 'Rods' (as well as rings) were found with the Red Lady of Paviland in Britain. It is mentioned in Gower - A Guide to

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