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A Writer's Dictionary:

pennant Definition


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pennant
noun
    1. naut.
      A dangling line from the masthead, etc, with a block for tackle, etc. Also called pendant.
    2. naut.
      A small narrow triangular flag, used on vessels for identification or signalling. Also called pennon.
Etymology: 17c: probably from pennon + pendant.



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