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
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The medallion, classical in inspiration and recalling Roman imperial portraiture, was made by Moses Jacob Ezekiel.
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In the heart of Town Square, has an installation featuring Mickey and Minnie created just for the anniversary, and an elegant medallion adorns Sleeping Beauty Castle.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 June 2025
The Zuri Rug adds a vibrant pop to living rooms, patios, dining areas, and more spaces with its bold blue color and contrasting white medallion motif.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
The medallion, classical in inspiration and recalling Roman imperial portraiture, was made by Moses Jacob Ezekiel.
—Samantha Baskind, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 May 2025
In the heart of Town Square, has an installation featuring Mickey and Minnie created just for the anniversary, and an elegant medallion adorns Sleeping Beauty Castle.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for medallion
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“Medallion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/medallion. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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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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