medallion

noun

me·​dal·​lion mə-ˈdal-yən 

1

: a large medal

2

: something resembling a large medal

especially : a tablet or panel in a wall or window bearing a figure in relief, a portrait, or an ornament

3

or less commonly medaillon

mā-dä-ˈyōⁿ 

: a small, round or oval serving (as of meat or fish)

Synonyms

• medal

Examples of medallion in a Sentence

the hockey team received a gold medallion at the Olympics

Recent Examples on the Web

The individuals were not buried with any personal items or clothes, according to the study, apart from two crucifixes, a medallion and three rings found in graves. —Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 June 2025

The Zuri Rug adds a vibrant pop to living rooms, patios, dining areas, and more spaces with its bold blue color and contrasting white medallion motif. —Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 June 2025

The medallion, classical in inspiration and recalling Roman imperial portraiture, was made by Moses Jacob Ezekiel. —Samantha Baskind, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 May 2025

In the heart of Town Square, has an installation featuring Mickey and Minnie created just for the anniversary, and an elegant medallion adorns Sleeping Beauty Castle. —Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 16 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

French médaillon, from Italian medaglione, augmentative of medaglia

First Known Use

1658, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for medallion

• battalion
• italian
• scallion
• stallion

Kids Definition

medallion

noun

me·​dal·​lion mə-ˈdal-yən 

1

: a large medal

2

: something resembling a large medal (as in shape)