Chevron, << SHEHV ruhn, >> consists of two lines joined together at one end to form an angle. Chevrons on the sleeves of military or other types of uniforms indicate the rank of the wearer. In architecture, the word describes the angles formed by roof rafters. Chevrons in heraldry represent the rafters of a house, and signify the accomplishment of a memorable and important work. A chevron often served to symbolize that the bearer had founded a family.
