medallion
noun
me·dal·lion
mə-ˈdal-yən 
1
: a large medal
2
: something resembling a large medal
especially
: a tablet or panel in a wall or window bearing a figure in relief, a portrait, or an ornament
3
or less commonly medaillon
: a small, round or oval serving (as of meat or fish)
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the hockey team received a gold medallion at the Olympics
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Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2025
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—Toni Sutton, People.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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The selection includes milk chocolate medallions, almond truffles, and decadent pieces filled with dulce de leche, hazelnut, almond, and salted caramel.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2025
At 5 by 7 feet, the rugs’ medallion pattern has subtle hints of blue, green, and pink throughout.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 15 Jan. 2025
Among the star lots on offer are rare items acquired by the couple from the renowned Kugel gallery, including a cameo-style porcelain medallion depicting a Roman soldier, dating from the 19th century, with an estimate of 1,500 euros to 2,000 euros.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
The selection includes milk chocolate medallions, almond truffles, and decadent pieces filled with dulce de leche, hazelnut, almond, and salted caramel.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Medallion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/medallion. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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medallion
noun
me·dal·lion
mə-ˈdal-yən
1
: a large medal
2
: something resembling a large medal (as in shape)
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