Meaning of the word flag in English

What does flag mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flag

US /flæɡ/

UK /flæɡ/

Noun

a piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, attachable by one edge to a pole or rope and used as the symbol or emblem of a country or institution or as a means of signaling

Example:

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The national flag was raised at dawn.

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Each team had its own distinctive flag.

Synonym:

banner standard ensign pennant streamer

Verb

mark (an item) for attention or treatment with a flag

Example:

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Please flag any suspicious emails for review.

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The system will automatically flag duplicate entries.

Synonym:

mark tag label indicate highlight

(of a person) become tired, weaker, or less enthusiastic

Example:

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After hours of hiking, their energy began to flag.

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Interest in the project began to flag after the initial excitement.

Synonym:

wane decline fade droop languish

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corner flag flag down