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blazonry

blazonry

9.9
Official symbols like coats of arms that show a family or state's identity
  • noun
  • /ˈbleɪzənri/
  • Specialized
translation icon : heráldica
  • The ancient castle was adorned with the blazonry of its former noble occupants.

Examples

  • Medieval manuscripts often depict elaborate blazonry to record noble families' histories.

  • The blazonry on the castle's walls was impressive.

  • He studied the blazonry on the shield, trying to identify the knight's lineage.

  • Many families take pride in their blazonry.

  • The museum displayed a collection of medieval blazonry, showcasing the intricate designs of historical coats of arms.

  • During the ceremony, the knights proudly wore the blazonry of their families on their capes.

  • The artist was commissioned to create a modern interpretation of traditional blazonry for the town's new flag.

Synonyms

arms
vsblazonry
1 7.9

Official symbols that represent a family, city, or organization, often shown on a shield

is the collective term including the symbols and their display
blazon
vsblazonry
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A special symbol like a family shield that shows who the group is

is the broader term covering many symbols and their display

Surface Forms

blazonry singular
blazonries plural

Morphology

blazonry = blazon (semi-transparent) = blazon + ry

The suffix '-ry' indicates a collection or practice, but the specific heraldic context may not be immediately clear to all learners.

Etymology

Blazonry comes from the old word blazon, which originally meant a 'shield' and later 'to show' a family's symbols on that shield, like a painted flag or badge. So, blazonry is the name for those official coats of arms and the way they are displayed.