escutcheon of pretence en · NOUN
Meanings
- (UK) An escutcheon used to display the arms of the bearer's wife (not commonly used unless she is an heiress).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| escutcheon of pretense | alternative | lexicographic | |
| escutcheons of pretence | Number=Plur | lexicographic |