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vex·il·lum
\vekˈsiləm\ noun
(plural vexil·la \-lə\)
Etymology: Latin, probably from velum cloth, sail, veil — more at veil
1.
a. : a square flag hanging transversely by a wooden crosspiece from a spear and used especially by ancient Roman cavalry
b. : a processional standard, banner, or cross
2. : standard 16a
3. [New Latin, from Latin] : the web or vane of a feather
4. : a company of ancient Roman troops and especially of vexillaries serving under one standard |