Silver Cross

noun — 2 senses

Silver Cross

noun

Etymology From silver + cross from the shape of the medal, being cross-shaped, and the colouration of the medal, being silvery.

1

Government, Military, Politics, War A high-level military service award.

2

Government, Military, Politics, War Canada A Canadian award for those who died in active service, such as in combat

Derived terms
Silver Cross Family, Silver Cross Father, Silver Cross Mother
Related terms
Bronze Star, Gold Star, Silver Star
Coordinate terms
service cross, service medal, service ribbon, service star

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