fasces (n)

n06881798

type n
lex_filenum 10
def bundle of rods containing an axe with the blade protruding
def in ancient Rome it was a symbol of a magistrate's power
def in modern Italy it is a symbol of fascism
Outgoing links
Hypernym emblem, allegory
Incoming links
Hyponym emblem, allegory

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