fitchee
/fɪtʃˈiː/
adjective
- In heraldry, describing a cross with a pointed lower end, as if it could be stuck into the ground.
- The knight's shield displayed a simple black cross fitchee.
- The family crest featured a gold cross fitchee on a blue background.
- A cross fitchee is often used in coats of arms to symbolize readiness for battle.