English Explanatory Dictionary

scutcheon

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An escutcheon; an emblazoned shield.
  2. An escutcheon; a small plate of metal, such as the shield around a keyhole.

Pronunciation

/ˈskʌtʃ(ə)n/

Word forms

scutcheon scutcheons 'scutcheon

Etymology

Aphetic form of escutcheon.

Derived words

scutcheoned scutcheonless
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