ˈȯrəˌflam, ˈär-, -laa(ə)m noun
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Etymology: Middle English oriflamble, from Middle French oriflamble, orieflambe, from Old French, from Medieval Latin aurea flamma, literally, golden flame, from Latin aurea, feminine of aureus golden (from aurum gold) + flamma flame — more at oriole , flame
: a banner inspiring lively devotion or courage : a bright or glorious ensign or symbol
that gallant and chivalrous spirit that has streamed like an oriflamme through the storms of centuries — J.L.Lowes