vexillum

Meanings

• noun

  A small rectangular military or ceremonial flag.

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Variants

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vexilla , vexillary , vexillum , vexillums

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Etymology

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From Latin vexillum, a flag, standard, or ensign.

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Trivia

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1. The vexillum was used by the Roman legions as a military standard, and each legion had a unique design on its vexillum.

2. The vexillum was often carried by the signifer, a soldier responsible for carrying the legion's standard.

3. The vexillum was an important symbol of Roman military power and was often depicted in ancient Roman art and literature.

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Related Concepts

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1. Standard: A flag or insignia carried as a symbol of authority, power, or allegiance.

2. Ensign: A flag or flagpole, especially one carried by a military unit or bearing an emblem or insignia.

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Culture

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In ancient Rome, vexillum was used as a military standard, carrying the emblem of the legion or the commander. It was also used as a signal flag, and the shape and color of the vexillum could convey various meanings to the troops.

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