medallion

/mi'dæljən/
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medallion

The chef carefully places a golden-brown medallion of pork on the plate.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • An award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event: A large medal, often worn on a ribbon around the neck or displayed, given as an honor.
    • An emblem indicating that a taxicab is registered: A metal plate or sign, typically on the hood of a taxi, showing it is licensed to operate.
    • A circular helping of food (especially a boneless cut of meat): A round, flat piece or slice of food.
    • Any of various large ancient Greek coins: A historical term for certain large coins from ancient Greece.
Usage Examples
  • As an award:
    • The Olympic athlete proudly wore the gold medallion.
    • A commemorative medallion was struck for the city's 500th anniversary.
  • As a taxi emblem:
    • The yellow cab's medallion was clearly visible on its hood.
  • As a food item:
    • The chef prepared medallions of beef tenderloin with a red wine sauce.
    • We ordered an appetizer of scallop medallions.
  • As an ancient coin:
    • The museum's collection includes a silver medallion from the Hellenistic period.
Advanced Usage
  • "Medallion signature guarantee": A special certification for the transfer of securities, provided by a financial institution that is a member of an approved medallion program.
    • To transfer the stock certificates, I needed a medallion signature guarantee from my bank.
Variants and Related Words
  • Medal (n): A flat piece of metal, typically disc-shaped, awarded as a distinction for service or achievement. (A is often larger or more decorative than a standard ).
  • Medallist (n): A person who has received a medal or medallion as a prize.
Synonyms
  • Plaque: A flat, often decorative plate or slab, typically of metal, awarded or commemorative.
  • Emblem: A heraldic device or symbolic object representing something.
  • Round: A circular piece or slice (in the context of food).
Related Phrases
  • Medallion holder: The licensed owner of a taxi medallion.
    • The medallion holder is responsible for the vehicle's compliance with regulations.
  • Medallion carpet: A type of carpet or rug with a central circular ornament.
    • The antique medallion carpet was the centerpiece of the room.
Related Idioms
  • No direct common idioms feature the word "medallion" in isolation. The word is typically used in its literal senses.
medallion

The chef carefully places a golden-brown medallion of pork on the plate.

Noun
  1. an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event
  2. an emblem indicating that a taxicab is registered
  3. a circular helping of food (especially a boneless cut of meat)
    • medallions of veal
  4. any of various large ancient Greek coins

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