badge

The definition of a badge is a distinct mark, identifying signal or mark of allegiance.

(noun)

An example of a badge is the gold star a sheriff wears on his uniform.

See badge in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a distinctive token, emblem, or sign worn to show rank, membership, achievement, etc.
any distinguishing mark, sign, or symbol

Origin: ME bage, bagge

transitive verb badged, badging

to mark or provide with a badge

See badge in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. A device or emblem worn as an insignia of rank, office, or membership in an organization.
b. An emblem given as an award or honor.
A characteristic mark. See Synonyms at sign.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English bagge

Origin: , from Norman French bage

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