George Cross
George Cross noun: britain's highest gallantry award for civilians and military personnel for actions which are not in the face of the enemy.
Noun
George Cross (plural George Crosses)
- Britain's highest gallantry award for civilians and military personnel for actions which are not in the face of the enemy.
- In the following month, driver Ben Gimbert and fireman Jim Nightall (posthumously) were awarded the George Cross, the highest honour the King could give civilians.2022 January 12, Benedict le Vay, “The heroes of Soham...”, in RAIL, number 948, page 43
- Australia's 2nd highest military award (no longer awarded)
- New Zealand's 2nd highest military award
- Synonyms:
- GC
Synonyms of George Cross
Forms of George Cross
| plural | George Crosses |
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Origin of George Cross
Named for King George VI.
Questions about George Cross
- What does George Cross mean?
- George Cross means britain's highest gallantry award for civilians and military personnel for actions which are not in the face of the enemy.
- What part of speech is George Cross?
- George Cross is a noun.
- What is the plural of George Cross?
- The plural of George Cross is George Crosses.
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