blazon
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //ˈbleɪ.zən//
KK: /ˈbleɪzən/
noun
Definition
A showy or extravagant display, often related to coats of arms or heraldry.
Example
The blazon on the knight's shield was beautifully detailed and colorful.
Conversation
Did you see the blazon they used for the new family crest?
Yeah, it looked really impressive and colorful!
I love how they chose such a bold blazon to represent their history.
It definitely stands out and tells a story about their lineage.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
display
emblem
insignia
Antonyms
concealment
hiding
disguise
transitive verb
Definition
To describe or depict something in detail, especially in heraldry, or to make something known widely.
Example
The artist decided to blazon the family crest on the wall of the entrance hall.
Tense Forms
Past: blazoned
Past Participle: blazoned
Conversation
Did you see the artwork they blazon on the community center wall?
Yeah, it looks amazing! The colors really pop.
I love how they blazon the local history through those images.
Root Explanation
Blazon originates from Old French 'blason' (meaning coat of arms or shield). The word refers to the formal description or representation of heraldic arms, often used in the context of displaying or proclaiming something prominently.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'coat of arms' ('blason' in Old French) that is displayed prominently — that's why 'blazon' means to proclaim or display something clearly.
Visually Confused Words
emblazon
blan
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