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fleuron


Definition of fleuron

noun

  • 1a flower-shaped ornament or motif, used especially on buildings, coins, and books.
  • 2a small piece of puff pastry used for garnishing.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French floron, from flour 'flower'

fleuron in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of fleuron in the US English dictionary