Associations to the word «Passant»

Wiktionary

PASSANT, adjective. (heraldry) (of a four-legged animal) Walking, usually to the right, and looking straight ahead with the right forepaw raised from the ground. [from 15th c.]
PASSANT, adjective. (obsolete) Currently in use; in vogue. [17th-19th c.]

Dictionary definition

PASSANT, adjective. In walking position with right foreleg raised.

Wise words

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