To decorate or display something prominently with heraldic designs, colors, or symbols; to celebrate or publicize something widely.
From Old French 'emblasoner,' from 'en-' (cause to be) and 'blason' (shield or coat of arms), referring to the art of decorating shields with heraldic designs. Over time, the meaning expanded from literal shields to any prominent display or publicizing.
Heraldry was the original social media—nobles couldn't scroll, but they could emblazon their family symbols on everything to show off their status and history. Today we 'emblazon' logos on products for the exact same reason: to make ourselves memorable and impressive.
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