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Saltire Definition & Meaning

saltire
noun
  1. a cross resembling the letter x, with diagonal bars of equal length

"Saltire" in song lyrics

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  • "the scottish saltire"
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Frequently asked questions

What does saltire mean?
a cross resembling the letter x, with diagonal bars of equal length
What part of speech is saltire?
Saltire is a noun.

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