caduceus

Noun

An ancient Greek or Roman herald's wand, typically one with two serpents twined round it, carried by the messenger god Hermes or Mercury.

ریشه

From Latin caduceus, from Ancient Greek κηρύκειον (kērúkeion, “herald's staff”)

مثال

• The caduceus is often mistakenly used as a symbol of healthcare organizations and medical practice.
• Hermes, the Greek god of commerce, is often depicted with a caduceus.
• The caduceus is a symbol of peace and negotiation.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Symbol of caduceus Hermes' caduceus Caduceus of Mercury