forgedinsignia

noun
UK /fɔːdʒd ɪnˈsɪɡniə/
US /fɔːrdʒd ɪnˈsɪɡniə/

A fake badge or symbol that someone makes to look real.

The guard spotted the forgedinsignia on the stranger's jacket.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A copied military mark used to pretend to be a soldier.

He was arrested for wearing a forgedinsignia of the royal army.

3. A false logo on a product meant to trick buyers.

The market stall sold bags with a forgedinsignia of a famous brand.

4. A made-up symbol used in a story or game to stand for a real one.

In the play, the villain wore a forgedinsignia to sneak into the castle.