1. A small, narrow, tongue-shaped projection or strip, especially in architecture or design.
Usage: technical; often used in architecture and engineering
2. In heraldry, a small tongue-shaped charge or bearing.
Usage: heraldry; specialized

Examples

• The architect incorporated a languette detail into the cornice design.
• The decorative languette extended from the edge of the molding.
• In heraldic terms, the languette appeared as a small red tongue on the shield.
• The languette-shaped tab on the envelope made it easier to open.
• Medieval stonework often featured languette ornaments between larger architectural elements.