El escudo
Example: El escudo de armas es muy importante en la historia.
Definition
"El escudo" refers to a heraldic shield, typically bearing a coat of arms, used historically to identify families, individuals, or institutions. It is significant in history for representing lineage, honor, and social status in various cultures.
Etymology
The term "el escudo" originates from the Latin word 'scutum,' meaning shield. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to denote not only a physical shield but also the emblematic designs displayed on shields, which became important symbols in heraldry.
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"El escudo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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