| flag [flag] COMPUTER SCIENCE Any of various types of indicators used for identification, such as a work mark, or a character that signals the occurrence of some condition, such as the end of a word. ELECTRONICS A small metal tab that holds the getter during assembly of an electron tube. ENGINEERING 1. A piece of fabric used as a symbol or as a signaling or marking device. 2. A large sheet of metal or fabric used to shield television camera lenses from light when not in use. |