code flag

/koʊd flæg/
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Other forms: code flags

Definitions of code flag
  1. noun
    one of an international code of flag signals used between ships
    synonyms: nautical signal flag
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    types:
    blue peter
    a blue flag with a white square in the center indicates that the vessel is ready to sail
    type of:
    flag, signal flag
    a rectangular piece of fabric used as a signalling device
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