crosslet

[ kraws-lit, kros- ]

noun

1. a small cross, as one used as a heraldic charge.

crosslet

/ ˈkrɒslɪt /

noun

1. heraldry a cross having a smaller cross near the end of each arm

Other Words From

• crosslet·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of crosslet¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, crosslet is from the Middle English word croslet. See cross, -let

Word History and Origins

Origin of crosslet¹

C16 croslet a little cross

Example Sentences

The media reported 15 deaths at council-run Crosslet House, but West Dunbartonshire said patient confidentiality meant it was "unable to confirm" fatalities.

From BBC

The crosslet, cross botonny or cross crosletted, is a cross whose limbs, of even breadth, end as trefoils or treble buds.

From Project Gutenberg

Brerelegh bore “Silver a crosslet gules.”

From Project Gutenberg

Scott of Congerhurst in Kent bore “Silver a crosslet fitchy sable.”

From Project Gutenberg

Nevertheless, Rugg's Ferry has its mark upon the Ordnance map, though not with the little crosslet denoting a church.

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