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hatchment Definition

hatch·ment (hac̸hmənt)

noun

Heraldry a diamond-shaped panel bearing the coat of arms of a person who has recently died, displayed before the house during mourning

Etymology: for earlier atcheament, altered < achievement

hatchment Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • hang: In Clewer Church hangs the hatchment of the Berry family who had a long and close connection with Clewer Church.

Adjective modifier

  • funeral: The chapel has a number of the families ' funeral hatchments displayed on the walls.

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