Langimage
English

allerion

|al-ler-ion|

C2

/əˈlɪəriən/

heraldic eagle

Etymology
Etymology Information

'allerion' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'alérion', where 'alérion' referred to a young eagle or a heraldic eagle without beak or feet.

Historical Evolution

'alérion' transformed into the English word 'allerion' and retained its heraldic significance.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a young eagle', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a heraldic eagle displayed without beak or feet'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a heraldic eagle displayed without beak or feet.

The coat of arms featured an allerion prominently.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/26 08:51