red flag; often used as a symbol of revolution

flag; ensign; banner

The ship in a fleet that carries the commanding officer and displays their flag (also called [[指挥舰|指揮艦|zhi3 hui1 jian4]] in mainland China); (metaphorically) the most important or leading product, store, or version in a series.

The flag of a country that represents its sovereignty and dignity

the national flag of the United States; by extension, the United States of America

(bound form) military banner or flag, traditionally showing the name of an army or its general

traditional Chinese dress for women, with a high collar and side slits, adapted from the long robes of Manchu women

flag; banner; pennant; a symbol made of cloth, silk, or paper, often rectangular or triangular and hung on a pole or wall

(idiom) with great fanfare; on a grand scale; with a lot of publicity and activity

To hoist a flag to the top of a pole, often as part of a formal ceremony.

silk banner presented as an award, prize, or token of appreciation

The national flag of the People's Republic of China.

a pole used for flying a flag

Literally "bright and clear banners"; used to describe having a very clear and unambiguous stance or point of view on an issue.

colored flag or banner made of silk or paper, typically used for parades, celebrations, and decorations

A person who carries a flag or banner at the head of a line or army; an ensign.

The Eight Banners; a system of administrative and military organization used by the Manchu people during the [[后金|後金|hou4 jin1]] and [[清|清|qing1]] dynasties. Each banner was identified by a distinct colored flag: yellow, white, red, and blue, each either plain or bordered. The system eventually expanded to include Mongol and Han Chinese banners.

the flag of the United States, consisting of thirteen horizontal stripes and fifty stars

white flag, used in warfare as a signal for surrender, feigning surrender, or for a meeting between opponents

army flag; colors; a banner representing a military force

(idiom) to reorganize flags and drums; to rally one's forces after a defeat or setback to start again or make a comeback

literally meaning two armies have equivalent banners and drums; used to describe opponents or opposing sides who are roughly comparable in strength or status

The official flag representing a political party.

Literally means to lay down flags and silence the drums; used to describe a military unit hiding its tracks or, more commonly, to mean stopping a fight, ending a dispute, or ceasing all activity.

An honorary title for an outstanding worker or someone who is an advanced example for others to follow.

to wave flags and shout battle cries in ancient warfare to boost morale

ancient flag or banner decorated with colorful feathers on the top of the flagpole

the flag or banner of a large meeting, assembly, or organization

(bound form) member of the Eight Banners organization during the Qing Dynasty

A banner (county-level division) of Inner Mongolia, also known as Dörvön-xüüxed khoshuu, located in the prefecture of [[乌兰察布|烏蘭察布|wu1 lan2 cha2 bu4]]

Literally meaning to win a victory the moment the flag is unfurled; used as an idiom for achieving immediate success or winning the first engagement of a task or competition

the flag of a team or organization

a small flag used in ancient Chinese military history to issue commands or show authority; also used in traditional opera and religious rituals

To formally present a flag or banner to a group or organization, symbolizing the assignment of a mission, responsibility, or authority. Often used when a sports team or military unit is about to depart for a mission or competition.

A Chinese military group formed from Taiping Rebellion remnants and led by Liu Yongfu, active in Vietnam against the French and in Taiwan against the Japanese in the late 19th century.

To fly a flag at half-mast as a sign of mourning or respect; also called [[下半旗|下半旗|xia4 ban4 qi2]]

visual communication method using specific flag movements to transmit messages; commonly used in maritime, military, or field operations

A banner or silk pennant given as an award or prize.

Ejin Banner, a county-level administrative division in Alxa League [[阿拉善盟|阿拉善盟|a1 la1 shan4 meng2]], Inner Mongolia

To fly a national, military, or international flag at half-mast as a sign of mourning.

Hanggin Banner, a county-level administrative division in Ordos, Inner Mongolia.

Jungar Banner, a county-level administrative division in Ordos, Inner Mongolia

the flag or banner of an army; a military standard

To lower a flag from its staff; to strike the colors

To present a ceremonial banner to a person or organization to express respect or gratitude.

Hexigten Banner or Kesigüten Khoshuu in [[赤峰|赤峰|chi4 feng1]], Inner Mongolia

Urat Front Banner in Bayan Nur, Inner Mongolia; also known as Urdyn Ömnöd khoshuu in Mongolian

the flag or banner of an uprising or an army fighting for a just cause

One of the Eight Banners of the Manchu military and society during the Qing dynasty