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Victoria Cross

Vic·to·ri·a Cross (plural Vic·to·ri·a Cross·es)


noun 
Definition:
 
decoration given for bravery: a decoration in the form of a bronze cross, given to members of British and Commonwealth armed forces for conspicuous bravery. It was instituted by Queen Victoria in 1856.

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