insignia
Translation
insignia, badge, emblem, symbol
Examples
The officer's uniform bore the insignia of his rank.
The officer's uniform bore the insignia of his rank.
Grammar Patterns
((insignia)) of (sth.) a mark or sign of (sth.) The uniform bore the insignia of his rank.
Similar Words
Synonyms: emblem, badge, crest, symbol
Etymology
From Latin 'insigne' (mark, sign), from 'in-' (on) + 'signum' (sign).
Memory Tips
Think of it as an 'in-sign' – a sign *on* a uniform or object that shows rank or membership.