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noun
The highest military award in the honours system of the United Kingdom, and some members of the Commonwealth of Nations. Its symbol is a form of cross pattée.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
a British military decoration for gallantry
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: decoration, laurel wreath, medal, medallion, palm, ribbon
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