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noun \ˈshev-rən\

Definition of CHEVRON

: a figure, pattern, or object having the shape of a V or an inverted V: as
a : a heraldic charge consisting of two diagonal stripes meeting at an angle usually with the point up
b : a sleeve badge that usually consists of one or more chevron-shaped stripes that indicates the wearer's rank and service (as in the armed forces)

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Origin of CHEVRON

Middle English cheveron, from Anglo-French, rafter, chevron, from Vulgar Latin *caprion-, *caprio rafter; akin to Latin caper goat
First Known Use: 14th century

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