noun
- plural of saltire; diagonal crosses used as heraldic charges or design elements
Usage: heraldry
Examples
- The Scottish flag features a white saltire on a blue background.
- Several family crests displayed saltires as their main heraldic elements.
- The shield bore three golden saltires arranged vertically.
- Medieval banners often incorporated saltires into their designs.
- The coat of arms showed red saltires on a silver field.