Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tressure

noun

/ˈtrɛʃər/

Definition

A decorative border or frame and an important heraldic term.

Examples

The coat of arms was beautifully embellished with a tressure, enhancing its overall splendor.
In heraldic art, a tressure can symbolize protection or honor.
The tressure around the family crest indicated its noble lineage.

Meaning

Tressure is typically used in heraldry to describe a bordered area around a shield or coat of arms, often symbolizing that which is sacred or important.