segreant

[ seg-ree-uhnt ]

adjective

, Heraldry.

1. (of a griffin) rampant.

Word History and Origins

Origin of segreant¹

First recorded in 1540–50; earlier sergreant; of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

The counterseal to this is square, representing a griffin segreant, not in a shield at all, but surrounded by a bordure.

From Project Gutenberg

When called segreant only, it means the same as rampant applied to a lion.

From Project Gutenberg

Ermine, on a chief sable, two griffins segreant combatant argent.

From Project Gutenberg

The griffin is rarely borne in other than two positions, viz., passant and segreant.

From Project Gutenberg

The arms of Trafford, Lancashire, are: Argent a griffin segreant gules.

From Project Gutenberg