noun
- a small piece of metal, plastic, or cloth with words or a design that is worn to show rank, membership, or achievement
- a sign or symbol of a particular quality or condition
verb
- to pester or harass persistently
Examples
- The police officer showed his badge before entering the building.
- She earned a merit badge in camping during her time in scouts.
- The security guard wore a name badge on his uniform.
- His expensive watch was a badge of his success.
- The reporters continued to badge the politician for answers.
- Don’t badge me about doing my homework – I’ll get to it.
- The company logo served as a badge of quality for their products.