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Definition of armigeral in English:

armigeral

adjective

  • Of or relating to a squire or squires; of the character of a squire. Now also: of or relating to heraldic arms; entitled to bear heraldic arms.

Pronunciation

armigeral

/ɑːˈmɪdʒ(ə)rəl/ /ɑːˈmɪdʒ(ə)r(ə)l/

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Sydney Smith (1771–1845), author and wit. From armiger + -al.