house flag

A "house flag" is used in the maritime industry to signify the ownership or affiliation of a vessel.

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Definition

B2Maritime

(technical, commercial)A flag flown by a ship to indicate the company or owner it belongs to.

Example

  • The ship raised its house flag as it entered the port.
  • Each vessel in the fleet bore a distinct house flag.

B2General

(general)A flag used to identify a specific company, unit, or group.

Example

  • The headquarters displayed the company's house flag prominently.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "house flag":

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