coat armour en · NOUN
Etymology
From Middle English cote armure; equivalent to coat + armour.
Meanings
- (archaic, countable, uncountable) The escutcheon of a person or family, with its charges, mantling, crest, supporters, motto, etc.
- (countable, historical, uncountable) A silk vest embroidered in colours, worn by a knight over the armour.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| coat armours | Number=Plur | lexicographic |