armigerous

/ɑrmɪˈdʒɪərəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

possessing or having an escutcheon or coat of arms

“The armigerous families of the medieval era were known for their grand coats of arms.”

2. noun

a holder of an escutcheon or coat of arms

“He became an armigerous, entitled to bear a coat of arms after his noble ancestor’s legacy.”

Synonyms

  • armiger
  • coat-of-arms-bearer

Antonyms

  • coat-of-arms-less
  • unarmigerous