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st. andrew's cross

 

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Noun st. andrew's cross has 1 sense
  1. St. Andrew's cross, saltire - a cross with diagonal bars of equal length
    --1 is a kind of cross

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St. Andrew's Cross

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St. Andrew's Cross refers to a heraldic symbol consisting of a diagonal cross, resembling the letter "X". It is named after Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. The St. Andrew's Cross is widely used in heraldry, flags, and emblems, representing various concepts and organizations.

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Noun: Heraldic Symbol

The St. Andrew's Cross is a recognized heraldic symbol represented by a diagonal cross in heraldry.

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Noun: Flag

The national flag of Scotland, also known as the Saltire, consists of a white diagonal St. Andrew's Cross on a blue field.

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Noun: Plant

St. Andrew's Cross is also the common name for the Hypericum hypericoides, a flowering plant native to North America. It is called so because of the cross-like arrangement of its leaves along the stem.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The coat of arms featured a prominent St. Andrew's Cross, symbolizing the family's Scottish heritage.

2. We waved a flag adorned with a St. Andrew's Cross during the Scottish festival.

3. The St. Andrew's Cross plant adds a pop of yellow to our garden.

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