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coat of arms
This term refers to a specific heraldic achievement, typically centered around a shield. While the word "coat" suggests a garment, the phrase refers to the surcoat worn over armor in the Middle Ages, which displayed the wearer's identifying symbols. It carries a connotation of nobility, heritage, and official authority.
Grammatically, this is a compound noun. Although it contains the plural "arms," the phrase functions as a single unit. When referring to multiple distinct heraldic designs, the plural is formed by adding an "s" to the word "coat," resulting in "coats of arms."
Meanings
Examples
The knight carried a shield featuring his family coat of arms.
Does your family have a traditional coat of arms?
The city coat of arms is displayed on every official document.
I wonder if the royal coat of arms has changed over the centuries.
The university coat of arms is embroidered on the graduation robes.
The university coat of arms is embroidered on the graduation robes.
He spent hours researching the meaning of the symbols in his coat of arms.
The ancient manor was adorned with a faded coat of arms above the door.