orb
n.a round object that is shaped like a ball. It is often used to describe something glowing or beautiful, like the moon or a royal decoration.
n.a spherical body or object. Often used in literary contexts to describe celestial bodies or ceremonial regalia, such as a globus cruciger.
“The moon was a glowing white orb in the night sky.”
“The king held a golden orb in his left hand during the coronation ceremony to represent his power.”
“As the sun dipped below the horizon, it appeared as a massive crimson orb, casting long and distorted shadows across the silent desert floor.”
Frequently used in poetic or high-register prose to describe the sun, moon, or eyes.
“A cluster of archangel’s wings bearing books hovers before the vast orb of the sun above a fish-filled sea.”