Emblazon

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -eɪzÉ™n

Origin

From - + blazon, from Old French blason ("shield").

Full definition of emblazon

Verb

1. (transitive) To adorn with prominent markings.
2. (transitive) To inscribe upon.The benefactor's image is emblazoned on our memory.
3. (transitive, heraldry) To draw (a coat of arms).
4. (transitive) To celebrate or extol as with deeds or merit.

Derived terms

• emblazoner
• emblazonment