medallion
5 synonyms for medallion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large ornamental medal or disc-shaped pendant.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
laurel wreath
How to use medallion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gold medallion
pork medallions
taxi medallion
Etymology
Borrowed from French médaillon, itself from Italian medaglia ("medal").
Full origin of medallion →Frequently asked questions
What does “medallion” mean?
The word “medallion” means a large ornamental medal or disc-shaped pendant. In plain terms, a large decorative pendant, or a small round piece of meat.
How do you pronounce “medallion”?
“Medallion” is pronounced muh-DAL-yuhn (/məˈdæljən/ in IPA).
How do you use “medallion” in a sentence?
Here is “medallion” used in a sentence: “He wore a heavy gold medallion around his neck.”
What part of speech is “medallion”?
“Medallion” is a noun.
Where does the word “medallion” come from?
The word “medallion” comes from French. Borrowed from French médaillon, itself from Italian medaglia ("medal").
How many meanings does “medallion” have?
“Medallion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large ornamental medal or disc-shaped pendant.
