a rod used by a magician or water diviner
"The young magician tapped his wand against the stage floor to summon a burst of colorful sparks for the audience's delight."
A hand-held narrow rod, usually used for pointing or instructing, or as a traditional emblem of authority.
"The professor tapped his wooden wand against the podium to quiet the restless students before beginning his lecture."
To scan (e.g. a passenger at an airport) with a metal detector.
"The security officer waved the wand over my bag to check for any prohibited items before letting me through."
A surname.
"When my new neighbor introduced himself, I realized that his last name was actually Wand."
The word "wand" comes from Old Norse vǫndr, meaning "switch" or "twig." Its roots trace back to Proto-Indo-European wendʰ-, which means "to turn, twist, wind, or braid."