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/bæd͡ʒ/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

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.

2

A small nameplate, identifying the wearer, and often giving additional information.

3

A card, sometimes with a barcode or magnetic strip, granting access to a certain area.

4

Something characteristic; a mark; a token.

5

A brand on the hand of a thief, etc.

6

A carved ornament on the stern of a vessel, containing a window or the representation of one.

7

A distinctive mark worn by servants, retainers, and followers of royalty or nobility, who, being beneath the rank of gentlemen, have no right to armorial bearings.

8

A small overlay on an icon that shows additional information about that item, such as the number of new alerts or messages.

9

An icon or emblem awarded to a user for some achievement.

10

A police officer.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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