service medal

noun

Military.

1. a medal awarded for performance of specified service, usually in time of war or national emergency.

Word History and Origins

Origin of service medal¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

For the record, Sherman has served our country for decades, earning along the way the prestigious Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star and the Meritorious Service Medal among other accolades.

From Los Angeles Times

He is planning to hand back his Northern Ireland general service medal and another medal awarded to him for 30 years of service and good conduct.

From BBC

He was awarded for his dedication and service with a Bronze Star, Vietnam Service Medal, and multiple citations for valor and a Purple Heart for wounds sustained in combat.

From Seattle Times

He is planning to hand back his Northern Ireland general service medal and another medal awarded to him for 30-years' service and good conduct.

From BBC

Whaley had earned the National Defense Service Medal prior to his death; issuance of the medal has ceased as of Jan. 1.,

From Washington Times