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Silver Cross
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English
Etymology
From en silver cross from the shape of the en medal, being en cross-shaped, and the colouration of the medal, being en silvery.
Noun
en military A high-level military service en award.
en Canada A Canadian award for those who died in active service, such as in combat
en Gold Star (U.S.)
Coordinate terms
en service ribbon service medal service cross service star
Derived terms
en Silver Cross Family Silver Cross Mother Silver Cross Father
Related terms
en Gold Star Silver Star Bronze Star