noun
- small flags or banners, especially those carried by military units for identification
- soldiers who carry such flags
Usage: military
Usage: military
Examples
- The cavalry regiment displayed their colorful guidons during the parade.
- Each company’s guidon bore distinctive markings for easy identification.
- The guidons marched at the front of their respective units.
- Military guidons help commanders track troop positions on the battlefield.
- The ceremonial guidons were carefully stored after the formal inspection.
- New recruits learned to recognize their unit’s guidon among many others.