saltire

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Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /ˈsæl.taɪə/, /ˈsɔːl-/

Noun

saltire (plural saltires)

1. (heraldry) An ordinary (geometric design) in the shape of an X. It usually occupies the entire field in which it is placed.
2. The Saint Andrew's cross, the flag of Scotland.

Synonyms

• (heraldry) crux decussata
• (flag of Scotland) Saint Andrew's cross

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