Pennant

Quick meaning: Pennant is a noun meaning A flag normally used by naval vessels to represent a special condition.

Meaning

A flag normally used by naval vessels to represent a special condition.

More Meanings

1. (sports) The winning of a competition, represented by a flag.
2. A commemorative flag, traditionally triangular and made of felt, typically used to show support for a particular athletic team.
3. A rope or strap to which a purchase is hooked.
4. A sandstone between coal measures in parts of South Wales
5. Either of two species of libellulid dragonfly of the genus Macrodiplax, of the tropics and subtropics.
6. A small flag with pointed end, formerly carried by cavalry or other mounted troops to serve as a rallying point or ceremonial unit identification.

Example Sentences

The New York Yankees have won the American League pennant far more often than any other team.

Word Forms

• pennants

Synonyms for pennant

Depending on context, synonyms include waft, crown, pennon, streamer.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include pennon, streamer, waft, crown, flagship, flag.

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