pennon in German
pennon in German is Wimpel, Lanzenwimpel — pennon means a long, narrow flag or streamer, often swallowtailed or triangular, usually hung at the top of a helmet or lance, originally the ensign of a knight under the rank of knight banneret, and later of a lancer regiment.
pennon in German
Wimpel
A thin, often triangular flag or streamer, especially as hung from the end of a lance or spear.
Lanzenwimpel
A thin, often triangular flag or streamer, especially as hung from the end of a lance or spear.
What does "pennon" mean?
- noun A long, narrow flag or streamer, often swallowtailed or triangular, usually hung at the top of a helmet or lance, originally the ensign of a knight under the rank of knight banneret, and later of a lancer regiment.
- noun Any banner or flag.
- noun Synonym of pinion (“a wing”).
- noun A heraldic charge in the form of a pennon (sense 1).
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What is "pennon" in German?
"pennon" in German is Wimpel, Lanzenwimpel. pennon means: A long, narrow flag or streamer, often swallowtailed or triangular, usually hung at the top of a helmet or lance, originally the ensign of a knight under the rank of knight banneret, and later of a lancer regiment.
Are there other ways to say "pennon" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "pennon": Wimpel, Lanzenwimpel.
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