Diskelion

/dɪsˈkiliən/ noun

Definition

A heraldic design combining two disks or circular shield elements.

Etymology

From disk + -elion suffix (a heraldic term element), possibly combining with Greek -lion ending common in heraldry terminology.

Kelly Says

Heraldry is full of compound terms like this—each part of a coat of arms has a technical name, creating a specialized vocabulary that medieval heralds used like modern graphic designers.

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