As a proper noun bunting
is a botanical plant name author abbreviation for botanist rh bunting (fl 1923).
As a noun pennant is
a flag normally used by naval vessels to represent a special condition.
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bunting Etymology 1
Possibly from dialect , hence the material used for that purpose.
Noun
( en noun)
Strips of material used as festive decoration, especially in the colours of the national flag.
(nautical) A thin cloth of woven wool from which flags are made; it is light enough to spread in a gentle wind but resistant to fraying in a strong wind.
Flags considered as a group.
Etymology 2
(Emberiza)
Noun
( en noun)
Any of various songbirds, mostly of the genus Emberiza , having short bills and brown or gray plumage.
Derived terms
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* corn bunting
* indigo bunting
* painted bunting
* reed bunting
* snow bunting
Etymology 3
See bunt
Verb
(head)
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pennant English
Noun
( en noun)
A flag normally used by naval vessels to represent a special condition.
# The broad pennant flown by commodores.
# The church pennant indicating religious services are taking place aboard ship.
# The commissioning pennant flown on ceremonial occasions.
(sports) The winning of a competition, represented by a flag.
- The New York Yankees have won the American League pennant far more often than any other team.
A rope or strap to which a purchase is hooked.
Usage notes
Not to be confused with pedant (one overly concerned with correctness), nor with pendant (a piece of jewellery).
Related terms
* pennon
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