flag carrier

Betekenis (Engels)

1. A person carrying a standard or flag, usually at sporting events and parades, previously on the battlefield.
2. A transportation company, such as a shipping or airline company, that is registered in a given state
3. A strong supporter of a cause, or perhaps the strongest and most visible supporter of said cause.
4. A national airline (typically having the flag, or other national insignia, on the tail)
5. An aircraft carrier serving as a flagship

Concepten

vaandeldrager

Synoniemen

standard-bearer

Vertalingen

porte-étendard