Nordic cross

noun

A cross symbol in the rectangular field of a flag, with the centre of the cross shifted towards the hoist.

Meanings

nounNordic cross (plural Nordic crosses)

plural Nordic crosses

  1. A cross symbol in the rectangular field of a flag, with the centre of the cross shifted towards the hoist.

    Synonyms: Scandinavian cross

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA cross symbol in the rectangular field of a flag, with the centre of the cross shifted towards the hoist.

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