Cockade

/kɑːˈkeɪd/
noun

A circular badge or decoration, usually made from feathers or ribbons, often worn on a hat as a sign of rank or membership in a specific group.

The general proudly displayed a red and gold cockade on his hat.
Visual representation of "cockade" - A circular badge or decoration, usually made from feathers or ribbons, often worn on a hat as a sign of rank or membership in a specific group.

Often appears as...

  • wear a cockade
  • military cockade

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noun

A circular badge or decoration, usually made from feathers or ribbons, often worn on a hat as a sign of rank or membership in a specific group.

The general proudly displayed a red and gold cockade on his hat.
Visual representation of "cockade" - A circular badge or decoration, usually made from feathers or ribbons, often worn on a hat as a sign of rank or membership in a specific group.

Often appears as...

  • wear a cockade
  • military cockade

Usage tips

Historical

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Visual representation of "cockade"
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Historical Significance

Cockades were more common in the past, especially as military or revolutionary symbols of allegiance.

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The painting depicted the soldiers with blue cockades, indicating they were part of the allied forces.
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Cultural Symbol

Different colors or designs can signify national identity or political affiliation.

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During the French Revolution, the tricolor cockade became a national symbol.
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Ceremonial Use

Cockades are often worn during formal ceremonies to denote rank or membership in a group.

Illustration for Ceremonial Use
At the ceremony, members of the guild wore cockades to signify their expertise level.
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Historical Significance

Cockades were more common in the past, especially as military or revolutionary symbols of allegiance.

Illustration for Historical Significance
The painting depicted the soldiers with blue cockades, indicating they were part of the allied forces.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Symbol

Different colors or designs can signify national identity or political affiliation.

Illustration for Cultural Symbol
During the French Revolution, the tricolor cockade became a national symbol.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Ceremonial Use

Cockades are often worn during formal ceremonies to denote rank or membership in a group.

Illustration for Ceremonial Use
At the ceremony, members of the guild wore cockades to signify their expertise level.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Historical Significance

Cockades were more common in the past, especially as military or revolutionary symbols of allegiance.

Illustration for Historical Significance
The painting depicted the soldiers with blue cockades, indicating they were part of the allied forces.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Symbol

Different colors or designs can signify national identity or political affiliation.

Illustration for Cultural Symbol
During the French Revolution, the tricolor cockade became a national symbol.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Ceremonial Use

Cockades are often worn during formal ceremonies to denote rank or membership in a group.

Illustration for Ceremonial Use
At the ceremony, members of the guild wore cockades to signify their expertise level.
Visual representation of the word "Cockade"

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