badges

badg-es · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Small pieces of metal, plastic, or cloth worn to indicate membership, rank, or achievement.

  2. 2.

    Distinctive marks or symbols indicating particular qualities.

  3. 3.

    Marks or identifies with a badge.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    earn one's badges — To gain recognition through achievement.
  • •
    badges of office — Symbols of authority or position.

Related words

See also: badge, emblems, medals, pins
Synonyms: emblems, insignia, pins

Etymology

Plural of badge, from Anglo-Norman bage.