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noun
One who carries a flag, especially at a ceremony.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: flag carrier, standard-bearer
Antonyms: none provided
noun
One who openly promotes an idea or value and becomes symbolic for it.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: flag carrier, standard-bearer
Antonyms: none provided
History
From flag + bearer.
