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badge

[bædʒ]

badge Definition

  • 1a small piece of metal, plastic, or cloth bearing a design or words, typically worn to identify a person or to indicate membership of an organization or support for a cause
  • 2a distinctive emblem worn as a mark of office, membership, achievement, licensed employment, etc.

Using badge: Examples

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

  • Example

    The police officer wore a badge on his uniform.

  • Example

    She proudly displayed her volunteer badge at the event.

  • Example

    He earned a merit badge for his achievements in scouting.

  • Example

    The company issued badges to all employees for security purposes.

badge Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with badge

  • a symbol of pride or respect for having accomplished something difficult or honorable

    Example

    Completing the marathon was a badge of honor for her.

  • a symbol of disgrace or dishonor for having done something wrong or immoral

    Example

    Being arrested for theft was a badge of shame for him.

  • earn one's badge

    to achieve a certain level of proficiency or recognition in a particular field or activity

    Example

    After years of hard work, he finally earned his badge as a master chef.

Origins of badge

from Middle French 'baje', meaning 'a metal bar'

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Summary: badge in Brief

A 'badge' [bædʒ] is a small item made of metal, plastic, or cloth that bears a design or words. It is typically worn to identify a person or to indicate membership of an organization or support for a cause. The term extends into phrases like 'badge of honor,' denoting a symbol of pride or respect, and 'badge of shame,' implying a symbol of disgrace or dishonor.

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