scutcheon

[ skuhch-uhn ]

noun

1. escutcheon.
2. Zoology. a scute.

scutcheon

/ ˈskʌtʃən /

noun

1. a variant of escutcheon
2. any rounded or shield-shaped structure, esp a scute

Derived Forms

• ˈscutcheonless, adjective
• ˈscutcheon-ˌlike, adjective

Example Sentences

It needs better evidence to stamp this solitary suggestion of a blot on the clear scutcheon of Douglas.

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With his eyes wide open he hails the banner of bigotry, no matter what may be the scutcheon which it bears.

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Here and there, however, were shields of more recent design, but in every case the motto and scutcheon of these had been defaced.

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He was, however, sincerely proud of the glories of London, while always ready to denounce the blots on her scutcheon.

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The doorway retains its original doors with an ornamental iron scutcheon over the keyhole.

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