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The Clue
Banners (7 letter answer)
The Answer
ENSIGNS
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Notes
The answer ENSIGNS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
ENSIGN as a noun:
1. a person who holds a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant junior grade
2. (national flag, ensign) = an emblem flown as a symbol of nationality
3. colors flown by a ship to show its nationality