cockade

/kɑˈkeɪd/
noun
  1. A decorative badge or ribbon worn on a hat, often as a symbol of a group, rank, or political affiliation.
    • At the parade, each member of the marching band wore a blue and gold cockade on their caps.
    • She pinned a small cockade to her beret as a sign of support for the local team.
    • The soldier's hat was adorned with a bright red cockade to show his loyalty to the king.
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