A pirate's flag, usually having a white skull and crossbones on a black background. Also in extended use. Cf. skull and crossbones at skull, n.1 1d.
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| 释义 | society > communication > indication > insignia > standard > [noun] > flag > naval or merchant > pirate (4) Jolly Roger1724 A pirate's flag, usually having a white skull and crossbones on a black background. Also in extended use. Cf. skull and crossbones at skull, n.1 1d. Jolly Hodge1821 the pirate's flag bearing the Death's Head and Cross-bones; = Jolly Roger, n. black jack1846 A pirate's black ensign; = black flag, n. 1. Cf. jack, n.4 skull and crossbones1924 A representation of a human skull, as an emblem or reminder of death or mortality. Also skull and crossbones, a representation of a bare skull… |
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