guidon (Meaning)
guidon (v. t.)
A small flag or streamer, as that carried by cavalry, which is broad at one end and nearly pointed at the other, or that used to direct the movements of a body of infantry, or to make signals at sea; also, the flag of a guild or fraternity. In the United States service, each company of cavalry has a guidon.
One who carries a flag.
One of a community established at Rome, by Charlemagne, to guide pilgrims to the Holy Land.
Synonyms & Antonyms of guidon
guidon Sentence Examples
- The cavalry guidon fluttered proudly atop the commander's lance.
- The guidon served as a beacon of unity for the scattered troops on the battlefield.
- The guidon's distinctive emblem symbolized the regiment's proud history.
- The guidon bearer carried the revered symbol with both honor and determination.
- The captured guidon was a symbol of victory and a testament to the vanquished unit.
- The guidon's colors faded with time, but its significance remained undeterred.
- The missing guidon was a tragic loss for the regiment, as it represented their identity and spirit.
- The guidon was carefully furled and displayed in the regimental headquarters as a symbol of pride.
- As a new guidon was consecrated, the old one was retired with respect and reverence.
- The guidon's vibrant colors heralded the arrival of the newly formed unit, instilling both fear and admiration.
FAQs About the word guidon
A small flag or streamer, as that carried by cavalry, which is broad at one end and nearly pointed at the other, or that used to direct the movements of a body
flag, banner, streamer, banderole,ensign, colors, pendant, pennant, standard, pennon
No antonyms found.
The cavalry guidon fluttered proudly atop the commander's lance.
The guidon served as a beacon of unity for the scattered troops on the battlefield.
The guidon's distinctive emblem symbolized the regiment's proud history.
The guidon bearer carried the revered symbol with both honor and determination.
