Gonfalon

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɒnfəˌlɒn/

Definitions of gonfalon

noun a banner or flag, especially one that hangs from a crossbar

Example Sentences

A1 A gonfalon is a type of flag or banner often used in ceremonies.

A2 During the parade, the gonfalon was carried proudly by the soldiers.

B1 The city hall displayed a gonfalon to represent unity and pride.

B2 The intricate design of the gonfalon caught the attention of the spectators.

C1 The historical gonfalon of the royal family was carefully preserved in the museum.

C2 The artist created a stunning gonfalon to commemorate the anniversary of the city.

Examples of gonfalon in a Sentence

formal The gonfalon was carried proudly by the knights during the procession.

informal Have you seen the fancy gonfalon they have for the parade?

slang That gonfalon is lit, man!

figurative The gonfalon of victory waved high as they celebrated their success.

Grammatical Forms of gonfalon

• plural: gonfalons
• comparative: more gonfalon
• superlative: most gonfalon
• present tense: gonfalons
• future tense: will gonfalon
• perfect tense: have gonfalon
• continuous tense: am gonfalonning
• singular: gonfalon
• positive degree: gonfalon
• infinitive: to gonfalon
• gerund: gonfalonning
• participle: gonfaloned

Origin and Evolution of gonfalon

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Italian/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'gonfalon' originated from the Italian word 'gonfalone', which in turn came from the Latin word 'gundio', meaning standard or banner.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a banner or standard carried in religious processions or as a symbol of authority, the meaning of 'gonfalon' has evolved to also include a heraldic banner or flag used in ceremonies or parades.