Definition

Describing a representation of an animal's head that shows the full face but does not show the neck, often used in heraldry.

Example

The coat of arms featured a caboched lion, emphasizing its fierce expression without revealing its neck.

Conversation

Did you see that painting at the gallery?

Yeah, I loved how the lion's head was caboched in the design.

It really made the piece stand out, didn't it?

Absolutely! It added a unique touch to the whole artwork.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Caboched is derived from the Old French word 'caboche', meaning 'head' or 'skull'. The suffix '-ed' indicates a past participle form. Therefore, 'caboched' refers to something that is head-like or has a head-like appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for 'head' ('caboche') to remember that 'caboched' describes something that resembles a head.

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