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escutcheon Definition and Meaning in English (escutcheon definition)

noun
Synonyms:shieldemblemcrest
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Escutcheon definition: An escutcheon is a shield or a shield-shaped surface on which a coat of arms is displayed, commonly used in heraldry.

Definitions of Escutcheon

  1. 1noun(formal)

    An escutcheon is a shield or a shield-shaped surface on which a coat of arms is displayed, commonly used in heraldry.

  2. 2noun

    In architecture, an escutcheon refers to a protective or ornamental plate, often found around a keyhole, light switch, or door handle.

Example Sentences

formal

“The knight's escutcheon bore the emblem of a roaring lion.”

casual

“He carefully polished the brass escutcheon around the keyhole.”

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Escutcheon definition: An escutcheon is a shield or a shield-shaped surface on which a coat of arms is displayed, commonly used in heraldry.
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'Escutcheon' translates to 'escutcheon' in English. Escutcheon definition: An escutcheon is a shield or a shield-shaped surface on which a coat of arms is displayed, commonly used in heraldry.
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