ENSIGNS

noun

1. A badge of office, rank, or power.
2. The lowest grade of commissioned officer in the United States Navy, junior to a lieutenant junior grade.
3. A flag or banner carried by military units; a standard or color/colour.

verb

1. To designate as by an ensign.
2. To distinguish by a mark or ornament.
3. To distinguish by an ornament, especially by a crown.