pennon

[ˈpɛnən]

pennon Definition

a long, narrow flag or banner, typically triangular or swallow-tailed.

Using pennon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pennon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The knight's pennon fluttered in the wind as he rode into battle.

  • Example

    The school's sports teams all have matching pennons with the school colors.

  • Example

    The ship's pennon was hoisted high above the mast.

pennon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pennon

Phrases with pennon

  • pennoncel

    a small pennon, especially one flown at the top of a lance

    Example

    The jousting knights all had pennoncels on their lances.

  • pennon-wise

    in a row or line, like a series of pennons

    Example

    The flags were arranged pennon-wise along the parade route.

  • the tapering end of a pennon

    Example

    The pennon point was frayed and tattered from being flown in many battles.

Origins of pennon

from Old French 'penon', from Latin 'penna', meaning 'feather'

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Summary: pennon in Brief

'Pennon' [ˈpɛnən] is a noun that refers to a long, narrow flag or banner, usually triangular or swallow-tailed. It is often used in heraldry, jousting, and other ceremonial contexts, such as the school's sports teams. The term 'pennon' has phrases like 'pennoncel,' a small pennon flown at the top of a lance, and 'pennon-wise,' meaning in a row or line, like a series of pennons.