emblazon

Emblazon is a verb that describes the act of decorating or inscribing something with a heraldic device, motto, or symbol. It can also refer to the act of decorating or adorning something in a showy or ostentatious way. The word originates from the Old French word "emblasonner," meaning to adorn or decorate.

In heraldry, to emblazon means to draw or depict a coat of arms according to the correct rules and conventions of blazonry. This involves accurately representing the colors, symbols, and arrangements of the elements within the shield and its surrounding components. A person skilled in this art is known as an emblazoner.

Beyond heraldry, emblazon can be used more broadly to describe any prominent display or inscription. For example, a flag might be emblazoned with a national symbol, or a team's uniform could be emblazoned with their logo. It suggests a clear and often proud display of identity or affiliation. The term carries a sense of making something highly visible and recognizable, often with an element of grandeur.