Bezanty

/bɛˈzænti/ adjective

Definition

Another variant spelling meaning decorated with or composed of bezants in heraldry.

Etymology

Alternative spelling of bezante/bezantee, reflecting the fluid standardization of heraldic terminology in English.

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