单词 | ensign |
释义 | Word Frequency ensign(ˈɛnsaɪn) noun 1. ( also ˈɛnsən) a flag flown by a ship, branch of the armed forces, etc, to indicate nationality, allegiance, etc See also Red Ensign, White Ensign 2. any flag, standard, or banner 3. a standard-bearer 4. a symbol, token, or emblem; sign 5. (in the US Navy) a commissioned officer of the lowest rank 6. (in the British infantry) a colours bearer 7. (formerly in the British infantry) a commissioned officer of the lowest rank Derived forms ensignship (ˈensignˌship) or ensigncy (ˈensigncy) noun Word origin C14: from Old French enseigne, from Latin insignia |
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