a magic wand



a magic wand

an easy way to solve a problem
Usage notes: A magic wand is a stick that a person who performs magic tricks waves to make things happen.
(usually negative) Artiside has warned that he has no magic wand to provide food and work overnight. I wish I could just wave a magic wand and make all your troubles go away, but I can't.
See also: magic, wand

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Bernie['bə:ni]
Charity['tʃæriti]
Clayton['kleitn]
GellÉRt-Hungarian
Alkippe-Greek Mythology
PrimulaPRIM-yə-ləEnglish (Rare)