# pennant

/ˈpɛnənt/ (US) · /pˈɛnənt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/pennant
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a small flag that a team or country flies to show they have won a competition. It is usually a smaller version of the main flag.

For teachers: a small flag, often triangular, awarded to a team or nation to signify victory in a competition. Frequently used in sports contexts to distinguish a champion from other participants.

## Examples

- The team raised its pennant after winning the championship.
- The local museum displays a collection of pennants from every major league that the city's team has ever won.
- While the national flag remains a symbol of the country's sovereignty, the pennant serves as a more immediate and tangible marker of athletic achievement on the international stage.

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