black flag
A "black flag" can signify various messages depending on the context, including piracy, anarchism, racing penalties, and military threats.
Definition
B2Piracy
(historical)A flag with a black background, often featuring a skull and crossbones, used by pirates to signify no mercy.
Example
- The sight of the black flag struck fear into the hearts of sailors.
B2Racing
(technical, sports)A flag used to signal a driver to return to the pits, usually for rule violations or mechanical issues.
Example
- The driver was shown the black flag for dangerous driving.
B2Politics
(anarchism, rebellion)A flag used as a symbol of anarchism and anti-authoritarianism.
Example
- Protesters waved the black flag during the demonstration.
C1Military
(historical)A flag used to indicate that no mercy will be shown to the enemy.
Example
- The army raised the black flag, signaling no quarter.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "black flag":
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