A V-shaped pattern or insignia, commonly used on military uniforms to indicate rank or as a decorative design element.
From Old French 'chevron' meaning 'rafter', derived from 'chèvre' (goat) due to the resemblance to goat's hind legs. The heraldic and military use developed from the architectural term for angled roof supports.
The Chevron oil company's logo perfectly demonstrates how this ancient architectural term became a modern brand symbol, with the double chevron suggesting upward movement and progress while maintaining the strong geometric appeal that has made this pattern popular for millennia.
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