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US uniform symbol regressive goon allowed on both sides of uniform (7)

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I believe the answer is:

epaulet

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(Other definitions for epaulet that I've seen before include "Shoulder ornament" , "symbol of American rank" , "Shoulder piece for American" , "Ornamental pad on the shoulder" , "military decoration" .)

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