Medallion

Pronunciation: /məˈdæljən/

Medallion (noun)

  1. A round, flat piece of metal worn as decoration or award.
  2. A special badge or license allowing a taxi to operate in a city.
  3. A circular design or artwork, often used in architecture or crafts.

Examples

  • She wore a medallion on a chain around her neck.
  • The medallion was engraved with intricate patterns.

Common collocations: gold medallion, wear a medallion, engraved medallion, taxi medallion, display a medallion

Synonyms of Medallion

Formal

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