Synonyms for
Flag
Definition
A piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, plain or decorated in some way, and attached to a pole or stick.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- waving flag
- national flag
- raise the flag
- lower the flag
- flag pole
- red flag
- white flag
- flag of truce
Word family
Usage note
As a verb, 'flag' can mean to droop or become less energetic, which is distinct from its use as a noun for a piece of cloth.
Example sentences
- The American flag has fifty stars and thirteen stripes.
- We raised the flag at sunrise.
- The pirate ship flew a black flag with a skull and crossbones.
- During the Olympics, athletes carry their country's flag in the opening ceremony.
- The school has a flagpole in front of the building.
Quotes
I am the flag of the United States of America. My name is Old Glory. I fly atop the world's tallest buildings. I stand watch in America's halls of justice. I fly majestically over great institutions of learning. I stand guard with power in the world. Look up and see me.
I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those who died defending it.
When I see the American flag, I know that someone is about to be protected, and someone is about to be helped. And that's what we stand for.