emblem

Definition

A symbolic mark or sign used to provide legal identification and protection under international conventions.

Etymology

The word stems from the Greek 'emblema', meaning 'an inlaid ornament' or 'insertion.' It evolved through Latin into English to describe a tangible object or design that represents an abstract idea or a specific protected status.

In the news

In the article, the digital emblem is a proposed protective identifier for hospitals and humanitarian infrastructure, serving as a 'legal shield' against cyberattacks in digital environments.

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