scutum
scutum
Definition
scu·tum (skyo̵̅o̅t′əm)
noun pl. scu′ta-ə
- the long, wooden shield carried by infantrymen in the Roman legions
- a small S constellation between Aquila and Sagittarius
- Zool. a heavy, horny scale, as on certain reptiles and insects; scute
Etymology: L, prob. < IE base *(s)keut-, to cover, skin < hide, L cutis, skin, Gr skutos, hide, leather
scutum
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- call: Shield This man carries a large rectangular shield called a scutum.
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