emblazonry
Definition
- Noun:
- The art of heraldic decoration: "emblazonry" refers to the technique or practice of creating and displaying heraldic devices, such as coats of arms, on shields, banners, or other surfaces.
- Vivid or ornate decoration: "emblazonry" also means the act or result of decorating something with bright, striking colors or elaborate designs.
Usage Examples
- (The shield featured detailed heraldic decoration.)
- (The ceiling was decorated with bright, ornate designs.)
Advanced Usage
- "to be painted in emblazonry": to be decorated with heraldic or colorful designs.
- The tournament banners were painted in dazzling emblazonry. (The banners were adorned with bright heraldic patterns.)
Variants and Related Words
- Emblazon (verb): to decorate with a heraldic design or vivid colors.
- The king ordered his armor to be emblazoned with the royal crest. (The armor was decorated with the heraldic symbol.)
- Emblazoned (adj): decorated with a heraldic design or bright colors.
- The emblazoned flag flew proudly over the castle. (The flag was adorned with a heraldic design.)
Synonyms
- Heraldry: the system by which coats of arms and other armorial bearings are designed and displayed.
- Ornamentation: the process or result of adding decorative elements.
- Vivification: the act of making something more vivid or colorful.
Related Idioms
- "Blazon forth": to proclaim or display something prominently.
- The king blazoned forth his victories through emblazonry on the castle walls. (He proclaimed his achievements through vivid heraldic displays.)