| The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000. |
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| PRONUNCIATION: |  b j |
| NOUN: | 1a. A device or emblem worn as an insignia of rank, office, or membership in an organization. b. An emblem given as an award or honor. 2. A characteristic mark. See synonyms at sign. | | ETYMOLOGY: | Middle English bagge, from Norman French bage. | | OTHER FORMS: | badge —VERB
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