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bordure

/bɔːˈdʊər/ noun · British & US
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What does bordure mean?

noun

A heraldic term for a band or border of a different tincture from the rest of the shield, often used to indicate a change in the design or to add visual interest.

Example

"The coat of arms featured a bordure of blue, surrounding a central shield of gold and silver."

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