. An organization composed originally of Chinese rebels that had been driven into Tonkin by the suppression of the Taiping rebellion, but later increased by bands of pirates and adventurers. It took a prominent part in fighting the French during their hostilities with Anam, 1873-85. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
n. (Naut.) The vessel which carries the commanding officer of a fleet or squadron and flies his distinctive flag or pennant. [ 1913 Webster ]
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n. A flat stone used in paving, or any rock which will split into such stones. See Flag, a stone. [ 1913 Webster ]