Difference between Medallion and Medal

What is the difference between Medallion and Medal?

Medallion as a noun is a large medal, usually decorative while Medal as a noun is a stamped or cast metal disc, particularly one awarded as a prize.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A large medal, usually decorative A cut of meat resembling a medallion.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A stamped or cast metal disc, particularly one awarded as a prize.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To win a medal

Example sentence: I have always wanted an Olympic medal. I always wanted to see India's national flag going up at the podium.

We hope you now know whether to use Medallion or Medal in your sentence.