Fourchee

/fɔːrˈʃeɪ/ adjective

Definition

In heraldry, divided into a fork or having a forked ending, like a forked tail.

Etymology

From Old French 'fourche' (fork) with the heraldic suffix '-ée' indicating a divided or decorated feature in coat of arms.

Kelly Says

Heraldic language is like a secret code—'fourchée' tells you exactly how to draw something in a coat of arms, and it's been standardized for centuries so medieval heralds could reproduce designs perfectly!

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