Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scutcheon
noun
/ˈskʌtʃən/
Definition
A shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms or insignia.
Examples
- The knight bore a scutcheon that represented his noble family.
- In heraldry, a scutcheon is essential for identifying the arms of a person or family.
- The scutcheon on the gate indicated that this was the home of a prominent lineage.
Meaning
A scutcheon is often used to display a family’s lineage, a town’s symbol, or any significant emblem representing identity or heritage.
Synonyms
- shield
- emblem
- coat of arms
