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 of medallion

• medal

Examples of medallion in a Sentence

the hockey team received a gold medallion at the Olympics

Recent Examples on the Web

Where has the medallion been discovered in past years? —Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2026

The city has already witnessed the devastating impact of crushing taxi medallion debt — including suicides and a hunger strike — simply to secure modest relief. —Sara Lind, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026

The medallion and a certificate, signed by Machado, were placed inside a frame and given to the president. —CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026

Mezzanine balconies, soaring ceilings, expansive windows, stylish architectural curves and a luxurious chandelier suspended from an elegant medallion showcase the main living area. —Sacbee.com, 17 Jan. 2026

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)