Associations to the word «Scutcheon»

Wiktionary

SCUTCHEON, noun. An escutcheon; an emblazoned shield (Wikipedia).
SCUTCHEON, noun. A small plate of metal, such as the shield around a keyhole.

Dictionary definition

SCUTCHEON, noun. A flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers.
SCUTCHEON, noun. A shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms.

Wise words

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