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ensign

/ɛnˈsaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does ensign mean?

noun

A flag or pennant carried by a ship or a military unit, typically bearing its emblem or insignia. A junior commissioned officer in the British Royal Navy, ranking below a lieutenant.

Example

"The ensign was proudly waving at the bow of the ship."

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