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
: a small, round or oval serving (as of meat or fish)
Examples of medallion in a Sentence
the hockey team received a gold medallion at the Olympics
Recent Examples on the Web
Much of his initial wealth came from his ownership of over 200 New York City taxi medallions.
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Melissa Cruz, USA TODAY, 14 May 2024
The lucky individual who finds the medallion will receive a complimentary meal for four people at the café, along with the $1,500 grand prize.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 10 May 2024
The star accessorized with a gold medallion necklace and gold bracelets.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
Decked out in classic Versace silhouettes (and plenty of gold medallion accents), Murphy says the campaign reflects his true self.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
So that could look like a larger stripe as the back pillow and maybe a smaller medallion pattern in the front.
—Blake Bakkila, Sunset Magazine, 27 Feb. 2024
Delta Platinum, Delta Platinum Business, Delta Reserve and Delta Reserve Business cardholders will get $2,500 medallion qualification dollars at the beginning of each qualifying year.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 2 Feb. 2024
Main entrees include Wagyu steak and eggs, salmon, filet medallions, berry French toast, and crab Benedict.
—Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2024
Its slightly distressed look and elaborate medallion design offer a vintage vibe.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024
Melissa Cruz, USA TODAY, 14 May 2024
The lucky individual who finds the medallion will receive a complimentary meal for four people at the café, along with the $1,500 grand prize.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 10 May 2024
The star accessorized with a gold medallion necklace and gold bracelets.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
Decked out in classic Versace silhouettes (and plenty of gold medallion accents), Murphy says the campaign reflects his true self.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
So that could look like a larger stripe as the back pillow and maybe a smaller medallion pattern in the front.
—Blake Bakkila, Sunset Magazine, 27 Feb. 2024
Delta Platinum, Delta Platinum Business, Delta Reserve and Delta Reserve Business cardholders will get $2,500 medallion qualification dollars at the beginning of each qualifying year.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 2 Feb. 2024
Main entrees include Wagyu steak and eggs, salmon, filet medallions, berry French toast, and crab Benedict.
—Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2024
Its slightly distressed look and elaborate medallion design offer a vintage vibe.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024
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medallion
noun
me·dal·lion
mə-ˈdal-yən
1
: a large medal
2
: something resembling a large medal (as in shape)
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