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Emblazonment: meaning, definitions and examples

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emblazonment

 

[ ษชmหˆbleษชzษ™nmษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

decorative enhancement

Emblazonment refers to the act of decorating or embellishing something, particularly with bright colors or designs. It is often used in contexts of art, heraldry, or design, especially when applied to banners, shields, or clothing. An emblazoned item is typically designed to catch the eye and can convey important information about identity or status. The embellishments usually carry symbolic meanings, reflecting cultural or historical significance.

Synonyms

decoration, embellishment, ornamentation.

Examples of usage

  • The emblazonment on the royal banner was intricate and colorful.
  • Her dress featured a beautiful emblazonment that told a story.
  • The coat of arms bore an emblazonment that represented the family's heritage.

Translations

Translations of the word "emblazonment" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น emblema

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเคจเฅเคนเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wappen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lambang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะผะฑะปะตะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ emblemat

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ด‹็ซ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท blason

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ emblema

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท arma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌธ์žฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุนุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ erb

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ erb

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅพฝ็ซ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ grb

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vapn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตะผะฑะปะตะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ’แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ emblem

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ emblema

Etymology

The term 'emblazonment' has its roots in the Old French word 'emblason', which means 'to adorn' or 'to decorate'. The word 'emblason' is derived from 'blason', which refers to a coat of arms and heraldry. This linguistic evolution reflects a historical context where heraldry played a significant role in identifying warriors and noble families through symbols and colors during the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, the use of emblazonment extended beyond coats of arms to include a broader array of decorative arts. This shift in usage demonstrates the importance of visual representation in culture historically, where symbolism is vital to conveying identity, allegiance, and status.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,521, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.