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Meaning of George Cross | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. Britain's highest gallantry award for civilians and military personnel for actions which are not in the face of the enemy.
  2. Australia's 2nd highest military award (no longer awarded)
  3. New Zealand's 2nd highest military award

Examples

“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.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

George Dog Island George Enescu George Lazenby George Sandism George Spelvin George Town

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