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blazon

BLAY-zun

ˈbleɪzən

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blazon

Dictionary meaning

The formal language used to describe a coat of arms according to precise heraldic conventions.

History and origin

Old French — 'blason' (shield).

Common mispronunciations

BLAH-zonBLAY-son

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