scutaladj.
/ˈskjuːtəl/ 1. Zoology. Of the nature of or pertaining to a scutum.
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the world > animals > animal body > general parts > covering or skin > [adjective] > having a hard protective covering > having a shell > of the shell or plate
scutal1857
carapacial1880
carapacic1903
1857 P. H. Gosse 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.
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society > communication > indication > insignia > heraldic devices collective > escutcheon or shield > [adjective]
scutal1869
society > communication > indication > insignia > heraldic devices collective > extra-scutal devices > [adjective]
extra-scutal1900
1869 J. E. Cussans Handbk. Heraldry (rev. ed.) ii. 43 A good example of these scutal monstrosities.
1900 F. W. Pixley Hist. Baronetage v. 244 Some Baronets add the badge as an extra-scutal appendage to their arms.
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adj.1857