racing flag

noun

1. a distinguishing flag flown by a yacht during the period of its participation in a race.

Word History and Origins

Origin of racing flag¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

However small the boat, the racing flag should never be less than 10 inches wide by 8½ inches high.

From Project Gutenberg

If your boat wins, lower the racing flag, and hoist the club burgee with your winning flag one fathom below it.

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If she do not win, sail home with the racing flag still flying, this being the label of your boat's raison d'tre.

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