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flag carrier

noun

Definitions

  1. A person carrying a standard or flag, usually at sporting events and parades, previously…

    A person carrying a standard or flag, usually at sporting events and parades, previously on the battlefield.

  2. A strong supporter of a cause, or perhaps the strongest and most visible supporter of…

    A strong supporter of a cause, or perhaps the strongest and most visible supporter of said cause.

    • Bill was the flag carrier of the movement to improve inner city education.

  3. A transportation company, such as a shipping or airline company, that is registered in a…

    A transportation company, such as a shipping or airline company, that is registered in a given state.

  4. ›+ 2 more definitions

    1. A national airline (typically having the flag, or other national insignia, on the tail).

      • I'll be interested to see how this service does. It will be basic with fares to match, so will be akin to a budget airline taking on a flag-carrier.

    2. An aircraft carrier serving as a flagship.

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