flotantadj.
/ˈfləʊtənt/ Heraldry.
(See quot. 1828-40.)
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1610 J. Guillim Display of Heraldrie iii. xxvi. 183 He beareth Azure, an Harpey with her wings disclosed, her Haire flotant.
1828–40 W. Berry Encycl. Her. I. Flotant, a term used in blazon to express anything flying in the air, as a banner floatant, or displayed—it is likewise applicable to anything swimming.
1869 J. E. Cussans Handbk. Heraldry (rev. ed.) vii. 105 Tied..with ribbon, the ends flotant.
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