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vex·il·lum \vekˈsiləm\ noun (plural vexil·la \-lə\) Etymology: Latin, probably from velum cloth, sail, veil — more at veil 1. a. : a square flag hanging transversely by a wooden crosspiece from a spear and used especially by ancient Roman cavalry b. : a processional standard, banner, or cross 2. : standard 16a 3. [New Latin, from Latin] : the web or vane of a feather 4. : a company of ancient Roman troops and especially of vexillaries serving under one standard |