Definition of Escutcheon

a shield displaying a coat of arms

Examples of Escutcheon in a sentence

Shining brightly, the warrior’s shield-like escutcheon had protected him in many battles.  🔊

Etched into the knight’s escutcheon was his king’s surname and royal symbols.  🔊

Without an escutcheon to signify which kingdom he represented, the knight was not recognized.  🔊

A gleaming escutcheon depicting a fleur-de-lis was mounted on the castle’s wall for centuries.  🔊

The baron’s deceitful ways were an embarrassment and blot on the family’s escutcheon.  🔊

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