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flag

/flæɡ/
Meanings
  • noun

    A rectangular piece of fabric with two parallel sides adjoined. It is usually used as a symbol, standard, or decoration.

    - "The stars and stripes on the flag represent the 50 states of the United States."
    - "The athletes marched behind their national flag during the opening ceremony."
    - "The flag was created in 1812 and has been the symbol of the United States ever since."
  • verb

    To signal or indicate by waving a flag.

    - "The crowd cheered as the team flagged their victory."
    - "The lighthouse flagged ships to warn them of dangerous shoals."
    - "The protesters flagged their disapproval by burning the flag."
Pronunciation
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Synonyms

option , switch , Boolean , dart
Rhymes
Words rhyming with flag
rage , cage , village , arrange
Variants
List of all variants of flag that leads to same result
flag , flags , flagged , flagging , flagstone , flagstones , flag day , flag days , flag football , flag footballs , flag of convenience , flags of convenience
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'flage' meaning 'flag, banner, or standard'.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. The American flag has 13 stripes, representing the original colonies.

  2. The flag of Canada features a maple leaf, which is the national symbol of Canada.

  3. The flag of Australia is called the 'Southern Cross', and it represents the constellation of the same name.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. Heraldry: The design and arrangement of symbols, colors, and charges on a flag or coat of arms.

  2. Vexillology: The study of flags and their design, history, and usage.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The flag is a powerful symbol of national pride and identity. It is often used in ceremonies, parades, and public displays. Flags have been used throughout history to represent various causes, organizations, and ideologies. In literature, the flag is a common symbol of patriotism and freedom.

How to Memorize "flag"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a rectangular piece of fabric with three horizontal stripes and a star for each state in the union.
    - Visualize waving a flag in the wind, feeling the fabric billow and snap against your hand.

  2. associate

    - Associate the flag with national pride, freedom, and the United States.
    - Think of the flag as a symbol of unity and representation for the American people.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the colors and arrangement of the stripes and stars on the flag.
    - Use the acronym 'HOMES' to remember the order of the stars: Hawaii, Oregon, Maine, Texas, and so on.

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