badged
|badge|
/bædʒ/
(badge)
symbol of identity or achievement
Etymology
'badge' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bage' or 'bagge', of uncertain origin; it was used for a distinguishing mark or token.
'badge' changed from Middle English 'bage'/'bagge' into the modern English word 'badge' through regular sound and spelling shifts in Early Modern English.
Initially, it meant 'a distinguishing mark, token, or emblem', and over time it has retained that core sense while extending to related uses (to give a badge, to label someone).
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'badge' (to attach or provide with a badge; to mark or identify with a badge).
The volunteers were badged at the entrance before they began work.
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Verb 2
used figuratively: to be labelled or designated (often with a negative or descriptive label), as in 'badged as'.
After the incident he was badged as a troublemaker by some members of the community.
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Adjective 1
having or wearing a badge; officially identified or authorized by a badge (e.g., a badged officer).
Only badged personnel are allowed beyond this point.
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Last updated: 2025/12/30 00:32