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scutcheon
(redirected from scutcheons)

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scutch·eon  (skchn)
n.
1. An escutcheon.
2. A shield-shaped object, such as a scute.

scutcheon [ˈskʌtʃən]
n
1. (History / Heraldry) a variant of escutcheon
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) any rounded or shield-shaped structure, esp a scute
scutcheonless  adj
scutcheon-like  adj
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.scutcheon - a flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers
protective cover, protective covering, protection - a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury; "they had no protection from the fallout"; "wax provided protection for the floors"
2.scutcheon - a shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms
buckler, shield - armor carried on the arm to intercept blows


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