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    Blason (en. Blazon)

    /bla.zɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Symbolic representation of the coat of arms of a family or a country.
    The city's coat of arms is displayed on the front of the town hall.
    Le blason de la ville est affiché sur le fronton de la mairie.
    Heraldic shield or emblem.
    He had his coat of arms engraved on his horse.
    Il a fait graver son blason sur son cheval.
    Set of heraldic colors and patterns.
    The coat of arms of this noble family is rich in symbols.
    Le blason de cette noble famille est riche en symboles.

    Etymology

    From old French 'blason', meaning 'description of the coat of arms'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to earn a coat of arms
    To obtain a distinction or recognition.
    décrocher un blason
    to celebrate a victory
    To express the glory of a victory through a coat of arms.
    blasonner une victoire

    Related Words

    coat of arms
    Set of heraldic emblems and symbols.
    armoiries
    heraldry
    The science of coats of arms and heraldry.
    héraldique
    shield
    Another term for a coat of arms or shield.
    écu

    Slang Meanings

    To wear one’s coat of arms proudly.
    He never misses an opportunity to wear his coat of arms proudly during competitions.
    Il ne manque jamais une occasion de porter son blason fièrement lors des compétitions.
    To praise someone.
    He loves to praise his friends humorously.
    Il aime faire le blason de ses amis avec humour.