Red Crescent

Definitions

Medical

• noun in Islamic countries, an international organisation dedicated to the medical care of the sick and wounded in wars and natural disasters

Military

• noun an international medical and relief organization in Islamic countries, which is closely connected to the Red Cross
• noun an internationally recognized insignia, consisting of a red crescent-moon on a white background, used by the Red Crescent. It is displayed on military ambulances, hospital ships, and medical facilities, and worn by medical personnel in Islamic countries.

Nearby Definitions of “Red Crescent”

• reception
• record
• recover
• recovery
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• Redgrave family
• reduce
• referee
• reference
• reflector

Contexts for “Red Crescent”

3 definitions in context
• Medical
• Military