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How to Pronounce ensign?

Correct pronunciation for the word "ensign" is [ˈɛnsa͡ɪn], [ˈɛnsa‍ɪn], [ˈɛ_n_s_aɪ_n].

Definition of ensign

  1. The flag, banner, or standard of a regiment or a nation; any signal to give notice; a mark of distinction, rank, or office: formerly a commissioned officer of the lowest rank in a company of infantry, the senior of whom carried the regimental colours. Naval ensign, a large banner hoisted on a staff, over the stern of a ship, or at the gaff, when the ship is under sail, for the purpose chiefly of distinguishing the nationality.
  2. To distinguish by some ornament or symbol.

Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language By Nuttall, P.Austin

What are similar-sounding words for ensign?

What is the adjective for ensign?

The adjective form of the word "ensign" is "ensignial".

Usage over time for ensign:

This graph shows how "ensign" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.

What is the plural form of ensign?

The plural of the "ensign" can be the "ensigns".

What is the singular form of ensign?

The singular of the "ensign" can be the "ensign".

Synonyms for Ensign:

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