vexillary
/ˈvɛksɪlɛri/
noun
- A standard-bearer in ancient Rome; a soldier who carried a vexil (flag) for a military unit.
- In the reenactment, the actor playing the vexillary wore a lion-skin cloak.
- The vexillary led the cohort into battle, holding the banner high.
- The Roman general praised the vexillary for not dropping the flag under attack.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to a standard-bearer or the carrying of a flag.
- The vexillary duties included protecting the unit's banner at all costs.
- The museum exhibit explained the vexillary role in ancient warfare.
- He studied the vexillary traditions of the Roman army.