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Meaning of pennants
A pennant is a long, narrow flag, typically triangular or tapering, used for identification or signaling.
Etymology of pennants
The word "pennant" has its roots in the Old French word "penon," meaning "flag" or "banner," which is derived from the Latin word "penna," meaning "feather."
Historically, pennants were used by ships and armies to identify themselves or signal messages, and the term has been used in English since the 14th century.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A long, narrow flag, typically triangular or tapering, used for identification or signaling, especially by a ship or a sporting team.
- * A flag or banner, especially one that is long and narrow, used to indicate a team's or organization's presence or identity.
Usage Examples
- The ship flew a pennant to signal its nationality.
- * The sports team waved a large pennant to show their team spirit.
- * The company's pennant was displayed prominently at the trade show.
Antonyms
nonindicators
nondescriptors
insignificants
unidentifiables
unrecognizables
obscurities
ambiguities
uncertainties
unclearnesses
neutralities
blandnesses
unremarkables
invisibles
secrecies
concealments
disguises
camouflage
coverups