Coat Of Arms (Noun)
Meaning
The official symbols of a family, state, etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The city's coat of arms features a shield, a crown, and two mythical creatures on either side.
- The coat of arms on the knight's shield identified him as a member of the royal family.
- The university's coat of arms is emblazoned on the official seal and letterhead.
- Many families have a coat of arms that dates back centuries and is still used today as a symbol of heritage.
- The national coat of arms is typically displayed on government buildings and official documents.