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noun(flag)a rectangular piece of fabric used as a signalling device
Synonyms: signal flag,
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verb(flag)become less intense
Synonyms: ease off, ease up, slacken off,
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noun(flag)stratified stone that splits into pieces suitable as paving stones
Synonyms: flagstone,
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noun(flag)a listing printed in all issues of a newspaper or magazine (usually on the editorial page) that gives the name of the publication and the names of the editorial staff, etc.
Synonyms: masthead,
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noun(flag)plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals
Synonyms: fleur-de-lis, iris, sword lily,
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verb(flag)droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness
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noun(flag)a conspicuously marked or shaped tail
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verb(flag)communicate or signal with a flag
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verb(flag)decorate with flags
Examples:
The building was flagged for the holiday.
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noun(flag)emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design
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verb(flag)provide with a flag