Introducing a list. The colon is used to introduce a list of items. The bookstore specializes in three subjects: art, architecture, and graphic design. Do not, however, use a colon when the listed items are incorporated into the flow of the sentence.
Definition of medal for Students. : a piece of metal often in the form of a coin with design and words in honor of a special event, a person, or an achievement.
Service ribbon of the Presidential Medal of Freedom (left: Medal with Distinction) The Presidential Medal of Freedom is an award bestowed by the President of the United States and isâalong with the comparable Congressional Gold Medalâthe highest civilian award of the United States.