shoulder patch
Noun
Meaning
patch worn on the shoulder of a military uniform to indicate rank
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Examples
The shoulder patch of the Uniformed Division consists of the U.S. coat of arms on white or black, depending on the garment.
The US Army's 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team 's shoulder patch features a bayonet wrapped in a wing, symbolizing their airborne status.