What does guardant mean?
Guardant means (heraldry, of an animal) Positioned with the body viewed from the side, but with the head turned toward the viewer..
Guardant
/ˈɡɑː(ɹ)dənt/ · adjective
Meaning
(heraldry, of an animal) Positioned with the body viewed from the side, but with the head turned toward the viewer..
Definitions by Sense
- (heraldry, of an animal) Positioned with the body viewed from the side, but with the head turned toward the viewer.
- (obsolete) A guardian or guard.
Example Sentences
But when my angry guardant stood alone, Tendering my ruin and assail'd of none, Dizzy-eyed fury and great rage of heart Suddenly made him from my side to start Into the clustering battle of the French.
Synonyms for guardant
Antonyms for guardant
Related Words
Word Forms
- gardant
- guardants
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for guardant?
Common synonyms include gardant, full-face.
What is the opposite of guardant?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use guardant in a sentence?
But when my angry guardant stood alone, Tendering my ruin and assail'd of none, Dizzy-eyed fury and great rage of heart Suddenly made him from my side to start Into the clustering battle of the French.
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