hatchment (Meaning)
hatchment (n.)
A sort of panel, upon which the arms of a deceased person are temporarily displayed, -- usually on the walls of his dwelling. It is lozenge-shaped or square, but is hung cornerwise. It is used in England as a means of giving public notification of the death of the deceased, his or her rank, whether married, widower, widow, etc. Called also achievement.
A sword or other mark of the profession of arms; in general, a mark of dignity.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hatchment
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hatchment Sentence Examples
- The ancestral hatchment proudly displayed the family's coat of arms.
- The elaborate hatchment hung above the fireplace, a testament to the lineage of the esteemed family.
- The hatchment's intricate design featured a skull and crossbones, symbolizing the mortality of the deceased.
- The local museum housed a collection of antique hatchments, offering a glimpse into the funerary traditions of the past.
- The ancient castle boasted a grand hatchment that had witnessed centuries of history.
- The hatchment served as a visual reminder of the family's loss and a tribute to their memory.
- The artist carefully painted the hatchment with heraldic symbols, capturing the essence of the deceased's legacy.
- The town hall displayed a hatchment in honor of a fallen soldier, recognizing his bravery and sacrifice.
- The hatchment's colors had faded with time, but its significance remained undiminished.
- The church's hatchments chronicled the lives and deaths of generations of parishioners, providing a rich tapestry of community history.
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A sort of panel, upon which the arms of a deceased person are temporarily displayed, -- usually on the walls of his dwelling. It is lozenge-shaped or square, bu
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No antonyms found.
The ancestral hatchment proudly displayed the family's coat of arms.
The elaborate hatchment hung above the fireplace, a testament to the lineage of the esteemed family.
The hatchment's intricate design featured a skull and crossbones, symbolizing the mortality of the deceased.
The local museum housed a collection of antique hatchments, offering a glimpse into the funerary traditions of the past.
