Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for CA-DU'CE-US
CA-DU'CE-US, n. [L.]
In antiquity, Mercury's rod; a wand entwisted by two serpents, borne by Mercury as an ensign of quality and office. On medals the Caduceus is a symbol of good conduct, peace and prosperity. The rod represents power; the serpents, wisdom; and the two wings diligence and activity. – Encyc.
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