(Scouting, US) An award earned by youth members of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), based on activities within an area of study, by completing a list of requirements. The award is represented by a circular patch with an image representing the badge's topic.

(rare or obsolete) Synonym of merit badge

plural of badge of merit

(Scouting, US, rare, colloquial) The act of pursuing merit badges.

Alternative form of merit badging

plural of merit badger

(Scouting, rare) A Boy Scout who is pursuing a certain merit badge or merit badges.

Synonym of merit badge university

plural of merit badge university

plural of merit badge college