scutcheon

• Nom désignant une plaque protectrice plate, souvent fixée sur une porte ou un mur pour éviter les salissures, ou un écusson portant des armoiries.

A noun referring to a flat protective covering, often on a door or wall, to prevent soiling, or a shield displaying a coat of arms.

1. Protective plateC2formal

   A flat piece of material, often metal, placed around a keyhole, door handle, or light switch to protect the surface from dirt or wear.

   plaque de propreté

   • The brass scutcheon around the keyhole was polished to a shine.
   • He installed a new scutcheon to cover the scratches on the door.
   • The old scutcheon was tarnished and needed replacing.

   Synonymescover plateescutcheon

2. Heraldic shieldC2formal

   A shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms, used in heraldry to represent a family, person, or institution.

   Écu héraldique

   • The knight's scutcheon displayed a lion rampant.
   • The family scutcheon was carved above the fireplace.
   • Each noble house had its own unique scutcheon.

   Synonymesescutcheonshield