word
escutcheon
ih-SKUCH-un
ɪˈskʌtʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
escutcheon
Dictionary meaning
The shield or shield-shaped emblem on which a coat of arms is depicted.
History and origin
Old French — 'escuchon', from Latin 'scutum' (shield).
Common mispronunciations
eh-SKOOT-chunes-KUCH-ee-un
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