Noun: ensign 'en,sIn or en-sun
- An emblem flown as a symbol of nationality
"The ensign was raised during the Olympic ceremony";
- national flag
- Colours flown by a ship to show its nationality
"The ship raised its ensign as it entered the harbour"
- (military) a person who holds a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant junior grade
"The newly commissioned ensign reported for duty on the ship"
Derived forms: ensigns
Type of: allegory, colors [US], colours [Brit, Cdn], commissioned naval officer, emblem, flag
Encyclopedia: Ensign, KS