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Saint George's Cross

American  

noun

  1. the Greek cross as used in the flag of Great Britain.


Saint George's Cross British  

noun

  1. a red Greek cross on a white background

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Where are the noble ladies, whose smiles used to give countenance to the Knights of Saint George's Cross?

From Waverley Novels — Volume 12 by Scott, Walter, Sir

Fear not, empress of De Walton's thoughts," answered the knight, "but believe, that if we regain together the shelter of Douglas Castle, and the safeguard of Saint George's Cross, thou may'st laugh at all.

From Waverley Novels — Volume 12 by Scott, Walter, Sir