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Any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank); An emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.).

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  • What once was almost shameful, is becoming a badge of honor.
  • Wearing a tie was regarded as a badge of respectability
  • They checked everyone's badge before letting them in
  • I was pleasantly surprised at how detailed the badge is as well.
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