Escutcheon Definition
escutcheon
noun
- a flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers
- (nautical) a plate on a ship's stern on which the name is inscribed
- a shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms
Words that rhyme with escutcheon
Usage tips for "escutcheon"
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