swagger-stick
Noun: - A short cane or stick: "swagger-stick" refers to a short, thin cane or stick, typically carried by military officers as a symbol of authority or as a fashion accessory, often associated with a swaggering or confident demeanor.
- (He carried a short stick as part of his uniform.)
- (A short cane used for gesturing.)
"to carry a swagger-stick": to adopt a military or authoritative posture.
- He carried a swagger-stick during the parade, looking very dignified. (He held the stick to show his rank and confidence.)
"swagger-stick as a prop": used in theatrical or ceremonial contexts.
- The actor used a swagger-stick to enhance his portrayal of a Victorian officer. (A stick used as a stage prop.)
Swagger (n/v): a confident, arrogant manner or walk; to behave in such a way.
- His swagger was evident as he entered the room. (His confident stride.)
Swagger-stick (alt. spelling): the same word, sometimes written without a hyphen as "swagger stick".
- He tapped his swagger stick on the ground. (The stick used for tapping.)
- Cane: a stick used for support or as a fashion item.
- Batton: a short stick, often used as a symbol of authority.
- Stick: a general term for a long, thin piece of wood or metal.
"To swagger with a stick": to walk or behave with exaggerated confidence, often using a stick as an accessory.
- He swaggered with his swagger-stick, looking like a caricature of a soldier. (He acted arrogantly while holding the stick.)
"A swagger-stick officer": a military officer who is overly concerned with appearance and authority.
- The colonel was a swagger-stick officer, always polishing his stick. (An officer obsessed with his image.)