noun
ribbon bar; service ribbon; medal ribbon
A ribbon or lapel badge worn in place of a full medal, often on military or civilian uniforms. The term is specific to awards and decorations.
彼の制服には、いくつもの略綬が並んでいた。
Several ribbon bars were lined up on his uniform.
勲章の代わりに略綬を着用する。
Wear a ribbon bar in place of the medal.