Vexillum definition
A usually square banner hung from a crossbar on a staff, used as a military standard in ancient Rome.
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(zoology) The weblike part of a feather; the vane.
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In ancient Rome,
- A square flag, or standard, carried by troops.
- A company of soldiers serving under one standard.
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(zoology) The weblike part of a feather; the vane.
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The sign of the cross.
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Origin of vexillum
- Latin banner vēlum sail
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- Latin, a standard, a flag.
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