oriflamme
/ˈɒɹɪflæm/
noun
- 1
(history) The red silk banner of St Denis, which the abbot of St Denis gave to French kings as they rode to war.
- 2
Any banner, idea or principle which serves as a rallying point for those involved in a struggle.
- 3
Something resembling the banner of St Denis; a bright, shining object.
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