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pennant

[ˈpɛnənt]

pennant Definition

  • 1a long, narrow flag or triangular flag, used for decoration or as a symbol of something
  • 2a flag that is shaped like a triangle and is used especially to show support for a particular sports team

Using pennant: Examples

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

  • Example

    The ship was flying a pennant with the company's logo.

  • Example

    The team's supporters waved pennants and chanted their names.

  • Example

    The yacht club awarded a pennant to the winner of the race.

pennant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pennant

Phrases with pennant

  • a period of the baseball season, usually in August and September, when teams compete for the league championship

    Example

    The Yankees are in the middle of a pennant race with the Red Sox.

  • a flag or banner awarded to the winner of a sports league or tournament

    Example

    The team proudly displayed their championship pennant in the stadium.

  • an intense excitement or enthusiasm for a team that is competing for a league championship

    Example

    The city was caught up in pennant fever as the local team made a run for the playoffs.

Origins of pennant

from the Middle English 'penon', meaning 'a small flag'

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Summary: pennant in Brief

A 'pennant' [ˈpɛnənt] is a long, narrow, or triangular flag used for decoration or as a symbol of something. It is often used to show support for a sports team, as in 'The team's supporters waved pennants and chanted their names.' 'Pennant' also extends into phrases like 'pennant race,' which refers to a period of the baseball season when teams compete for the league championship.