ə̇nˈsignēə noun
also insig·ne -(ˌ)nē
( plural insignia or insignias )
Etymology: insignia from Latin, distinctive marks, badges, signs, plural of insigne distinctive mark, badge, sign, from neuter of insignis marked, distinguished, from in- in- (II) + signum mark, sign — more at sign
1. : a distinguishing mark of authority, office, or honor : badge , emblem
the insignia of royalty
a collector of insignias
2. : a typical and characteristic mark or sign by which something is distinguished
the gay insigne of the new fighter squadron
sports letters were originally insignia granted for especial competence in a competitive sport