noun
bannerman
noun
1
A person, especially a soldier, responsible for carrying a flag or standard.
"The bannerman marched at the front of the column, colours held high."
How to Use Bannerman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job is to carry a flag or standard, historically in a military procession or battle.
Word Forms
bannermen plural, Bannermans plural
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Etymology
A compound of banner and man, describing the historical role of carrying a unit's flag into battle.