gyron

/ˈdʒaɪrɑn/
noun
  1. A triangular area in heraldry, typically formed by lines from the edge of the shield to the center.
    • The coat of arms had eight gyrons alternating in red and white.
    • The knight's shield featured a gold gyron on a blue background.
    • The heraldic designer carefully painted each gyron to meet at the center of the shield.
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