flag
Translation
flag, banner, standard
Examples
The American flag has 50 stars.
The American flag has 50 stars.
He put a small flag on the map.
He put a small flag on the map.
Grammar Patterns
the flag ((of a country)). The flag of Japan is red and white.
to raise/lower a flag. They raise the flag every morning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: banner, standard, pennant, ensign
Etymology
The origin is uncertain, but it's possibly related to old words meaning 'to droop' or 'to flutter'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a flag 'flapping' in the wind.