chevron

/'ʃevrən/
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A sergeant's uniform displays a chevron on each sleeve.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A V-shaped pattern or design: A chevron is a shape consisting of two straight lines meeting at an angle, typically pointing upwards or downwards, resembling an inverted "V" or a series of such shapes.
    • A military insignia: A chevron is a badge in the shape of a V or an inverted V, worn on the sleeve of a uniform to indicate a soldier's rank or length of service.
    • A heraldic charge: In heraldry, a chevron is a broad, inverted V-shaped band that is one of the ordinaries (simple geometrical figures) on a coat of arms.
Examples of Usage

  • As a pattern or design:

    • The road was marked with yellow chevrons to guide drivers through the curve.
    • The fabric had a repeating pattern of blue and white chevrons.

  • As a military or service insignia:

    • The sergeant proudly displayed three chevrons on his uniform sleeve.
    • In many armies, a chevron denotes a corporal or sergeant rank.

  • In heraldry:

    • The family crest featured a red chevron on a field of gold.
Advanced Usage
  • "To earn one's chevrons": To gain rank, experience, or recognition through service, especially in a military context. This is analogous to "earning one's stripes."
    • He earned his chevrons during years of dedicated service in difficult postings.
Variants and Related Words
  • Chevroned (adj): Marked with or having chevrons.
    • The chevroned pattern on the wall added a dynamic visual element.
Synonyms
  • V-shaped insignia: For the military context.
  • Stripe: Often used informally for a rank insignia, though a stripe is typically a straight bar.
  • Inverted V: A descriptive synonym for the shape.
Related Phrases
  • Chevron pattern: A decorative design consisting of a series of connected V-shapes.
    • The new tile floor was laid in a classic chevron pattern.
Related Idioms
  • To earn one's stripes/chevrons: To prove one's ability or gain experience through hard work and time spent in a role.
    • She really earned her chevrons managing that high-pressure project.
chevron

A sergeant's uniform displays a chevron on each sleeve.

Noun
  1. an inverted V-shaped charge
  2. V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service
    • they earned their stripes in Kuwait

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