plural orbs
1
literary
: something (such as a planet, the sun, or the moon) that is shaped like a ball
The moon was a silvery orb.
2
: a gold ball with a cross on top that is carried by a king or queen on formal occasions as a symbol of power and justice
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“Orb.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/orb. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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