definition crest
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crest crest - (heraldry) in medieval times, an emblem used to decorate a helmet. 5. crest-a showy growth of e.g. feathers or skin on the head of a bird or other animal. Verb. 1.
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characteristic badge - any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank); wearing a tie was regarded as a badge of respectability. characteristic, feature - a prominent attribute or aspect of something; the map showed roads and other features; generosity is one of his best characteristics.
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ridge The definition of a ridge is a long, narrow crest of something. 1  An example of a ridge is the strip of mountains in the Southeast area of Mt. Everest from Nepal. 2  An example of a ridge is along an animal's backbone.
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vassal Learner's definition of VASSAL. [count] : a person in the past who received protection and land from a lord in return for loyalty and service — often used figuratively to describe a person, country, etc., that is controlled by someone or something more powerful. The states became vassals of the empire.
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Coat of Arms A coat of arms is a unique heraldic design on an escutcheon (i.e. shield), surcoat, or tabard. The coat of arms on an escutcheon forms the central element of the full heraldic achievement which consists of shield, supporters, crest, and motto.
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ridge 1. A long narrow upper section or crest: the ridge of a wave. 2. a. A long, narrow, elevated section of the earth's surface, such as a chain of hills or mountains or the divide between adjacent valleys.
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- (ˈɛər i, ˈɪər i) n., pl. aer•ies or ey•ries. 1. the lofty nest of a bird of prey, as an eagle. 2. a lofty nest of any large bird. 3. a dwelling located high on a hill or mountain. 4. Obs. the brood in a nest, esp. of a bird of prey.
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CREST syndrome CREST syndrome. CREST syndrome: Introduction. CREST syndrome is a type of systemic scleroderma and an ongoing, progressive, autoimmune disease that attacks the connective tissues of the body. CREST syndrome can also affect any part of the body. CREST is an acronym for a group of conditions that are hallmarks of CREST syndrome and affect the skin, muscles, digestive tract and other organs and blood vessels. The exact cause of CREST syndrome is not known, but it is classified as an autoimmune disease.
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Coat of arms Coat of arms. A coat of arms is an heraldic visual design on an escutcheon (i.e., shield), surcoat, or tabard. The coat of arms on an escutcheon forms the central element of the full heraldic achievement which in its whole consists of shield, supporters, crest, and motto. A coat of arms is traditionally unique to an individual person, family (except in the United Kingdom), [citation needed] state, organisation or corporation.
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- Definition of crestfallen from the Collins English Dictionary The dash ( – ) A spaced dash(i.e. with a single space before and after it) is used: at the beginning and end of a comment that interrupts the flow of a sentence.
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Definition of 'cliff' countable noun. 1  A cliff is a high area of land with a very steep side, especially one next to the sea. 2  a steep high rock face, esp one that runs along the seashore and has the strata exposed. 3  a high, steep face of rock, esp. one on a coast; precipice.
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crest 1a : a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird — see bird illustrationb : the plume or identifying emblem worn on a knight's helmet; also : the top of a helmetc (1) : a heraldic representation of the crest (2) : a heraldic device depicted above the escutcheon (see escutcheon 1) but not upon a helmet (3) : coat of arms ...
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wave crest Related to wave crest: wave trough. [′wāv ‚krest] (physics) The position at which the disturbance of a progressive wave attains its maximum positive value.
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insignia (plural insignias) 1  A patch or other object that indicates a person's official or military rank, or membership in a group or organization. 2  A symbol or token of personal power, status, or office, or of an official body of government or jurisdiction.
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Translations for coat of arms A coat of arms is a unique heraldic design on a shield, surcoat (loose outer coat or gown) or tabard (tunic or cape garment). Medieval knights used coats of arms to identify the wearer.
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proudly adj. proud·er, proud·est. 1. Feeling pleasurable satisfaction over an act, possession, quality, or relationship by which one measures one's stature or self-worth: proud of one's child; proud to serve one's country.
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ridge a long, narrow elevation of land; a chain of hills or mountains. 2. the long and narrow upper edge, angle, or crest of something, as a hill, wave, or vault. 3. the back of an animal. 4. any raised, narrow strip, as on cloth.
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Dynasty A dynasty (UK /ˈdɪnəsti/, US /ˈdaɪnəsti/) is a sequence of rulers from the same family, usually in the context of a feudal or monarchical system but sometimes also appearing in elective republics.
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Family Crests Meanings - Understanding Your Crest Mantling. Family Crests Meanings-The mantling is a protective cloth fixed to the helmet and probably originated from the Holy Land where it was worn by crusading knights to absorb the sun’s heat and prevent the helmet from becoming too hot.
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Introduction The crest is the highest part of the wave and the trough is the lowest. The distance between the crest and the trough is the wave height. The distance from crest to crest is the wave length. The period of a wave is the time it takes for each crest to pass a certain point.
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ridge noun. The definition of a ridge is a long, narrow crest of something. 1  An example of a ridge is the strip of mountains in the Southeast area of Mt. Everest from Nepal.
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crest 1 to furnish with a crest. 2  to serve as a crest for; crown or top. 3  to reach the crest or summit of (a hill, mountain, etc.). 4  Oceanographyto form or rise to a crest, as a wave or river. 5  to reach the crest or highest level:Interest in the project has crested.
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badge badge. n. 1. a. A device or emblem worn as an insignia of rank, office, or membership in an organization. b. An emblem given as an award or honor. 2.
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- What’s the difference between a coat of arms and family crest? And what does a lion on a red background represent? A coat of arms is a unique heraldic design on a shield, surcoat (loose outer coat or gown) or tabard (tunic or cape garment).
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ridge 1. A long narrow upper section or crest: the ridge of a wave. 2. a. A long, narrow, elevated section of the earth's surface, such as a chain of hills or mountains or the divide between adjacent valleys. b. A long mountain range on the ocean floor. 3.
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ridge (rĭj) n. 1. A long narrow upper section or crest: the ridge of a wave. 2. a. A long, narrow, elevated section of the earth's surface, such as a chain of hills or mountains or the divide between adjacent valleys. b.