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saltire

/ˈsɔːl.taɪə/

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noun

/ˈsɔːl.taɪə/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее геральдический символ, состоящий из диагонального креста с перекладинами равной длины, напоминающий букву X.

A noun referring to a heraldic symbol consisting of a diagonal cross with bars of equal length, resembling the letter X.

  1. C2formal

    A heraldic symbol consisting of a diagonal cross, resembling the letter X, with arms of equal length.

    ruАндреевский крест

    • The Scottish flag features a white saltire on a blue background.
    • The knight's shield bore a red saltire on a gold field.
    • The coat of arms displayed a prominent saltire.
Forms
  • saltires plural form
  • saltires' possessive plural form
  • saltire's possessive singular form