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Passant - Definition and Examples

Definition:

Passant is an adjective that originates from the French word "passer," meaning to pass by. In heraldry, it is used to describe an animal depicted in a walking position with its right foreleg raised.

Examples:

Adjective:

1. During the procession, the lion on the flag was depicted in a passant position.
2. She drew a beautiful passant hare in her art class.
3. In heraldry, a passant animal symbolizes forward motion and progress.

Verb:

1. As the parade passed, the cheerful crowd passanted alongside, clapping and cheering.
2. The horses passanted gracefully across the field.
3. She passanted down the runway, captivating the audience with her confident stride.

Noun:

1. The illustration in the book showed a proud lion depicted as a passant.
2. He found an ancient coin with a remarkable passant bull carved on one side.
3. The statue outside the courthouse featured a passant eagle, symbolizing justice.

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