armorials
|ar-mor-i-als|
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/ɑrˈmɔrɪəlz/
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/ɑːˈmɔːrɪəlz/
(armorial)
related to heraldry
Etymology
Etymology Information
'armorial' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'armorialis' (from 'armoria' meaning 'arms, coat of arms'), later entering Old French and then English.
Historical Evolution
'armorial' changed from Medieval Latin 'armorialis' and Old French 'armorial' and eventually became the modern English word 'armorial'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to arms or coats of arms,' and over time it has retained that specialized heraldic meaning in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'armorial'.
Armorials from the 15th century are kept in the museum.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/10/16 23:56