crested
Having a crest, or ornamental tuft or plumeHaving a crest, or ornamental tuft (on an animal) or plume (on a helmet).
/ˈkɹɛstɪd/
Meaning
2 senses(not comparable)Having a crest, or ornamental tuft (on an animal) or plume (on a helmet).
(of a knight's helmet) having a decorative plume
(not comparable)Having a heraldic crest, badge, shield-like emblem, etc.
Synonyms
3 synonymsClose in meaning
- (of a knight's helmet) having a decorative plume:plumed
- (of a bird or animal) having a usually ornamental tuft or process on the head; often used in combination:topknottedtufted
Word family
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