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scutal, a.|ˈskjuːtəl|
[ad. mod.L. scūtālis, f. L. scūtum shield: see scutum.]
1. Zool. Of the nature of or pertaining to a scutum.
1857Gosse Omphalos 218 On each of the scutal valves in this individual I can count about 260 growth-lines.
2. In etymological sense: Of or pertaining to a (heraldic) shield. extra-scutal adj., of a heraldic device, placed outside the shield.
1868Cussans Her. ii. 43 A good example of these scutal monstrosities. 1900Pixley Hist. Baronetage v. 244 Some Baronets add the badge as an extra-scutal appendage to their arms. |