Gavel and Rod

Gavel

Gavel noun - A small mallet used by a presiding officer or a judge.
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Rod and gavel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rod" instead a noun "Gavel".

Rod

Rod noun - A heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment.
Usage example: arrested for using a rod on his dogs in violation of the state's animal cruelty laws
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Gavel and rod are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gavel" instead a noun "Rod".
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