Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun medallion
4 senses of medallion
Sense 1
medallion -- (any of various large ancient Greek coins)
=> coin -- (a flat metal piece (usually a disc) used as money)
Sense 2
medallion -- (a circular helping of food (especially a boneless cut of meat); "medallions of veal")
=> helping, portion, serving -- (an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal; "the helpings were all small"; "his portion was larger than hers"; "there's enough for two servings each")
Sense 3
medallion -- (an emblem indicating that a taxicab is registered)
=> emblem, allegory -- (a visible symbol representing an abstract idea)
Sense 4
decoration, laurel wreath, medal, medallion, palm, ribbon -- (an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event)
=> award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels -- (a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery")