Badge Definition & Meaning

badge
noun
  1. an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.); "they checked everyone's badge before letting them in"
  2. any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank); "wearing a tie was regarded as a badge of respectability"
verb
  1. put a badge on; "The workers here must be badged"

"Badge" in song lyrics

See how badge is used in real songs:

  • "But they don't even know I got this badge"
    Al' Tariq — Crime Pays
  • "Don't show yo badge"
    Bootleg — It's a Setup
  • "Should've thought about that when you was flashin your badge"
    Fiend — If They Don't Know

Usage tips for "badge"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "badge" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for badge to find words that pair well.

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