noun / verb
badge
BAJ/bædʒ/
An emblem showing personal identity or achievement, or marking someone with one.
A small metal badge is pinned to the officer's uniform.
Etymology
The emblem was especially a device worn by followers or servants to show allegiance. That identifying role continues in the small signs worn to show membership, occupation, or rank.
In context
Chief petty officer is the senior non-commissioned rank in the Royal Navy. Your cap badge changes. Your rate badge changes. Your authority changes most of all.
More examples
- A scout earned a badge for completing the first-aid course.
- The manufacturer badged the new model with its familiar emblem.
- She wore her muddy boots as a badge of hard work.
Forms
badge · badges · badged · badging