1. plural of swastika: ancient symbols consisting of a cross with arms bent at right angles, used in various cultures as religious or decorative motifs
Usage: historical; cultural
2. plural of swastika: symbols adopted by Nazi Germany, now widely recognized as hate symbols
Usage: offensive when used in Nazi context

Examples

• Ancient swastikas have been found in archaeological sites across Asia.
• Hindu temples often feature swastikas as sacred symbols.
• The museum displayed swastikas from various historical periods and cultures.
• Swastikas appear in Native American pottery and textiles.
• The graffiti included swastikas and other hate symbols.
• Historians study the transformation of swastikas from religious symbols to hate symbols.