Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

issuant

Adjective

/ˈɪʃuənt/

Definition

Issuant refers to a heraldic term that describes something that is depicted as emerging or coming forth, especially from a base.

Examples

The lion issuants from the base of the shield symbolizes courage.
In the coat of arms, the eagle is represented issuantly, as if taking flight.
The design featured waves issuants from the bottom, representing the ocean’s power.

Meaning

The term issuants is often used in heraldry to indicate a figure or design that appears to be issuing from a particular point, such as the top of a coat of arms.