English dictionary
cockade
/k/A/'k/eI/d/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an ornament (such as a knot of ribbon or a rosette) usually worn on the hat
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A badge, usually in the form of a rosette, or knot, and generally worn upon the hat; -- used as an indication of military or naval service, or party allegiance, and in England as a part of the livery to indicate that the wearer is the servant of a military or naval officer.
Source: webster1913