badges

noun

Meaning

A distinctive mark, token, sign, emblem or cognizance, worn on one's clothing, as an insignia of some rank, or of the membership of an organization.
A small nameplate, identifying the wearer, and often giving additional information.
A card, sometimes with a barcode or magnetic strip, granting access to a certain area.
Something characteristic; a mark; a token.
(thieves' cant) A brand on the hand of a thief, etc.
A carved ornament on the stern of a vessel, containing a window or the representation of one.
To mark or distinguish with a badge.
To show a badge to.
To enter a restricted area by showing one's badge.

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