pennant

/ˈpɛn.ənt/

Definitions

1. noun

a flag or other emblem that is flown by a ship or a sports team to indicate its identity or to signal a particular status or achievement.

“The football team’s pennant flew high above the stadium as they celebrated their championship win.”

2. noun

a long, narrow, tapering piece of fabric, especially one used as a flag or a decorative emblem.

“The pennant hung from the ship’s mast, waving gently in the breeze.”

3. verb

to fly or display a pennant, especially as a signal of victory or achievement.

“The team pennanted their championship win by flying their flag high above the stadium.”

Synonyms

  • banner
  • emblem
  • flag

Antonyms

  • defeat
  • loss