Definition of Medallion

a piece of jewelry crafted in the shape of a medal, often worn around the neck as a pendant

Examples of Medallion in a sentence

The officer received a spectacular medallion from his commander in chief, a medal to wear around his neck for his service in the war.  🔊

In the Olympics, medals are given to the top three athletes in the form of a medallion for them to wear around their neck.  🔊

This medallion is little more than a silver disk attached to a ribbon to wear around my neck, but it signifies my performance in the contest.  🔊

Many high ranking generals in the World Wars received a medallion as a commendation for their efforts, and you can often see them wearing the medal around their neck.  🔊

The best athlete in the one hundred meter Olympic dash received a gold medal, one that he could wear around his neck as a medallion.  🔊

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