flag (noun)

  • 131flag — 1. noun /flæɡ/ a) A piece of cloth, often decorated with an emblem, used as a visual signal or symbol. b) A flag flown by a ship to show the presence on board of the admiral; the admiral himself, or his flagship …

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  • 132flag — I 1. noun he raised the flag Syn: banner, standard, ensign, pennant, banderole, streamer, jack, gonfalon; colors; Stars and Stripes, Old Glory, Union Jack; Jolly Roger; Canadian Red Ensign, Maple Leaf 2. verb flag the misspelled words …

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