• jetA
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      8 months ago

      Is defacing the right word here how about overlayed

      The flag contains the emblem of Phatthalung overlaying the Thai flag.

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        8 months ago

        ‘Defacing’ is the proper term in vexillology.

        From the Wikipedia article on the term:

        In vexillology, defacement is the addition of a symbol or charge to a flag. For example, the Australian flag is the British Blue Ensign defaced with a Southern Cross in the fly.

        In the context of vexillology, the word “deface” carries no negative connotations, in contrast to general usage. It simply indicates a differentiation of the flag from that of another owner by addition of elements. For example, many state flags are formed by defacing the national flag with a coat of arms.