Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pattee
noun
/ˈpætiː/
Definition
A heraldic term describing a shape that resembles the letter T, used in coats of arms and flags.
Examples
- The flag featured a bold pattee cross in its design.
- In the coat of arms, the pattee symbolized bravery and honor.
- Heraldry students must learn various types of crosses, including the pattee.
Meaning
The term ‘pattee’ is often used in the context of heraldry to describe a specific cross shape that has arms of equal length, typically wider at the edges.
Synonyms
- cross
- heraldic cross
- patriarchal cross
