gonfanon
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/ˈɡɑːn.fəˌnɑːn/
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/ˈɡɑːn.fəˌnɑːn/ · /-nən/
Definition of gonfanon
2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included
noun
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(alt-of, alternative)Alternative form of gonfalon.
“At the same time, a companion figure, which from the mutilated superscription in the tapestry appears to be Eustace of Boulogne, lifts this gonfanon high in the air with his left hand while with the right he points to the Duke's face; a significant action, calling attention in a twofold manner to William's presence.”
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noun
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(alt-of, alternative)Alternative form of gonfalon.
“At the same time, a companion figure, which from the mutilated superscription in the tapestry appears to be Eustace of Boulogne, lifts this gonfanon high in the air with his left hand while with the right he points to the Duke's face; a significant action, calling attention in a twofold manner to William's presence.”
- A banner with three "tails", typically with the middle one longer than the others, and three loops at the top representing where it would have been attached to a pole.
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Etymology
From Old French gonfanon.
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