sejant

/ˈsiːdʒənt/
adjective
  1. (of an animal, especially a lion or other heraldic beast) sitting upright on its hind legs, with its forelegs on the ground.
    • The medieval tapestry showed a griffin sejant with wings spread.
    • In heraldry, a bear sejant is a common symbol of strength.
    • The coat of arms featured a lion sejant, holding a shield.
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