transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈen(t)-sən, also ]
ˈen-ˌsīn for 1, 2, & 3a noun
Etymology: Middle English ensigne, sign, token, banner, from Anglo-French enseigne, from Latin insignia insignia, flags
Date: 15th century
1. : a flag that is flown (as by a ship) as the symbol of nationality and that may also be flown with a distinctive badge added to its design
2.
a. : a badge of office, rank, or power
b. : emblem , sign
3.
a. : an infantry officer of what was formerly the lowest commissioned rank
b. : a commissioned officer in the navy or coast guard ranking above a chief warrant officer and below a lieutenant junior grade