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Wrong Expression: Is It A Standard Bearer Or A Flag Bearer? by kingIfey(m): 8:59pm On Feb 22, 2019 |
##ComeToClassWithKingIfey #PoliticsAndErrors Is it flag Bearer or standard bearer? We all know that a standard actually means a flag, but then, why is it wrong for someone to use the word 'flag-bearer' to refer to the leader of a political party? Let's get down to brass tacks� Who is a flag bearer? one who carries a flag, especially at a ceremony Synonyms: flag carrier, standard-bearer Meaning 2: One who openly promotes an idea or value and becomes symbolic for it. E.g These ladies are flag bearers for feminism. Who is a standardbearer? A person who carries a flag or banner (a standard). E.g The standard-bearer in battle is in the center of the front line so the following troops know where to go; unfortunately, it also shows the enemy where to shoot. (figuratively) A standard bearer is a person who visibly leads. E.g He became the standard-bearer for their cause because of his celebrity. In as much as standard bearer and flagbearer mean a flag carrier in one context, it is only standard bearer that is the expression used to figuratively denote the leader of a group, organisation or a party. Thank you for reading this. I am King Ifey and I love to see you prosper.☺ @King_ifey (IG and Twitter) Www.kingifey.com |
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