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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 10 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 26% | 12 | Secondary shield in the center of a larger shield | |
3 | 25% | 9 | Resembles a shield or shield-shaped | |
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We think the answer is "ESCUTCHEON" which means:
- noun
- • A flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers
- • (nautical) a plate on a ship's stern on which the name is inscribed
- • A shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms
An example sentence would be:
- • "The escutcheon on the door was adorned with a family crest."
- • "The antique furniture had a beautifully carved escutcheon."
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The Guardian Cryptic20 Aug 2009 | Down 15 | |
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