Escutcheon
[ə-skəCH-ən]
Part of speech: noun
Origin: Old French, 15th century
1.
(Also escutcheon plate) A flat piece of metal for protection and often ornamentation, around a keyhole, door handle, or light switch.
2.
A shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms.
Examples of Escutcheon in a sentence
"Every outdoor lock was protected from the elements by a swiveling brass escutcheon."
"The antique tapestry featured a large escutcheon at the center."
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