insignia
noun/ɪnˈsɪɡniə/
Frequency rank: #11,162 most common English word
Meaning
A badge, emblem, or distinguishing mark of rank, office, or membership.
Example sentence
The soldier proudly wore his regiment's insignia on his uniform.
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