Silver Cross

English

Etymology

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

Noun

Silver Cross (plural Silver Crosses)

1. (military) A high-level military service award.
   1. (Canada) A Canadian award for those who died in active service, such as in combat

      Coordinate term: Gold Star (U.S.)

Coordinate terms

• service cross
• service medal
• service ribbon
• service star

 

Derived terms

• Silver Cross Family
• Silver Cross Father
• Silver Cross Mother

 

Related terms

• Bronze Star
• Gold Star
• Silver Star