orb

//ɔːrb//
B2Frequency Level 12Literary
Visual representation of orb

Noun

orbSingular
orbsPlural
1

A spherical body or globe, especially a celestial body such as the sun or moon.

The golden orb of the sun slowly sank below the horizon.

2

A golden globe surmounted by a cross, used as part of royal regalia symbolizing sovereign power.

The orb and scepter are displayed together with the crown at the royal palace.

3

An eye or eyeball, especially when described poetically.

The poet described her shining orbs gazing at the stars.

Verb

1

To form into a sphere or circular shape.

The artist orbed the clay into a perfect sphere.

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