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oak leaf cluster

A decoration of bronze or silver oak leaves and acorns given to holders of various US military medals in recognition of acts entitling them to another award of the same medal.

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oak′ leaf` clus′ter

a bronze military decoration in the form of oak leaves, affixed to another decoration to signify a second award of the same medal.

[1915–20, Amer.]

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Oak Leaf Cluster - a United States military decoration consisting of bronze or silver oak leaves and acorns awarded to anyone who has won a given medal before

laurel wreath, medal, decoration, ribbon, medallion, palm - an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event

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