ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Medallion

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /məˈdæljən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Medallion is a noun meaning A large medal, usually decorative.

Meaning

A large medal, usually decorative.

More Meanings

  1. A cut of meat resembling a large medal.
  2. (art) A usually round or oval frame (often made of stucco) containing a decoration.
  3. A circular certificate used in some places to register a vehicle, especially a taxicab.
  4. A yellowish brown.
  5. (transitive, poetic) To mark with, or as with, a medallion or medallions.

Example Sentences

pork medallion
a sunset that medallioned the eastern sky

Word Forms

Synonyms for medallion

Depending on context, synonyms include medaillon, palm, ribbon, decoration, medal.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include medal, decoration, ribbon, palm, concho, locket.

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