banneret (n.)youdaoicibaDictYouDict[banneret 词源字典]
c. 1300, an order of knighthood, originally in reference to one who could lead his men into battle under his own banner. Later it meant one who received rank for valiant deeds done in the king's presence in battle. Also "a small banner" (c. 1300).[banneret etymology, banneret origin, 英语词源]