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accosted

adj
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(heraldry) Placed side by side, or supported on both sides.
"The coat of arms shows two lions accosted on the shield."

How to Use Accosted

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In plain EnglishA specialist heraldry term for two symbols placed next to each other.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with the far more common verb "accost" (to approach and confront someone) — this adjective sense is a rare, technical heraldic term.

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