What does FLAGS mean?

Here is the requested information on "flags": Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, attachable by one edge to a pole or rope and used as the symbol or emblem of a country or institution or as a decoration during public festivities; a signal or sign used to indicate a particular condition or to attract attention; a small piece of cloth used as a marker or a decoration.
• Verb: mark (an item) for attention or treatment in a specified way; provide (something) with a flag or flags.

Pronunciations:

• US: /flæɡz/
• UK: /flæɡz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "flag" originated from the Old Norse word "flaga," which means "stone slab." Its first recorded use was in the 15th century. Since then, it has been used in various contexts, including as a symbol of a country, a marker for attention, and a decoration during public festivities.

Synonyms:

• Noun: banner, ensign, standard, pennant, streamer, colors
• Verb: mark, label, tag, indicate

Related Words:

• badge
• emote
• image
• label
• pride

Example Sentences:

• The American flag has fifty stars and thirteen stripes.
• The red flag warns of danger.
• The hiker flagged down a passing car for help.
• The mailbox was flagged with a small piece of cloth.