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Escutcheon Definition & Meaning

escutcheon
noun
  1. a flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers
  2. (nautical) a plate on a ship's stern on which the name is inscribed
  3. a shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms

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Frequently asked questions

What does escutcheon mean?
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
What part of speech is escutcheon?
Escutcheon is a noun.
How many definitions does escutcheon have?
Escutcheon has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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