Pennant — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈpe-nənt/ pen·nant

Meaning & Definition of Pennant

Pennant (noun)

  1. any of various nautical flags tapering usually to a point or swallowtail and used for identification or signaling
  2. a flag or banner longer in the fly than in the hoist; especially, one that tapers to a point
  3. a flag emblematic of championship (as in a professional baseball league); also, the championship itself

Pennant (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling

    "the stadium was festooned with pennants from past championships"

    similar: banderole, banner, colors, ensign, flag, guidon, jack, pendant (chiefly British), pennon, standard, streamer
    related: bunting, gonfalon, black flag, Jolly Roger, tricolor, union jack, white flag, burgee, semaphore, signaler, waft, badge, coat of arms, crest, insignia

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pennant

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pennant:

Chiefly British: pendant
banderole, banner, colors, ensign, flag, guidon, jack, pennon, standard, streamer

Related Words for Pennant

bunting, gonfalon, black flag, Jolly Roger, tricolor, union jack, white flag, burgee, semaphore, signaler, waft, badge, coat of arms, crest, insignia

Origin & Etymology of Pennant

alteration of pendant

First known use: 1698

Frequently Asked Questions about Pennant

What does "Pennant" mean?

"Pennant" means any of various nautical flags tapering usually to a point or swallowtail and used for identification or signaling. As a noun, it is defined as: any of various nautical flags tapering usually to a point or swallowtail and used for identification or signaling.

What is another word for "Pennant"?

Other words for "Pennant" include banderole, banner, colors, ensign, flag, guidon, jack and pendant. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pennant" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pennant"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pennant". Common alternatives include banderole, banner, colors, ensign, flag, guidon, jack, pendant, pennon and standard.

How do you use "Pennant" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pennant" in a sentence: "the stadium was festooned with pennants from past championships".

Is "Pennant" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pennant" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Pennant"?

"Pennant" is pronounced /ˈpe-nənt/ and divided into syllables as pen·nant.

What is the origin of the word "Pennant"?

"Pennant" comes from alteration of pendant. First known use: 1698.

What is another word for "Pennant" meaning "a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling"?

When "Pennant" (noun) means a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling, synonyms include banderole, banner, colors, ensign, flag and guidon.