IMPALEMENT
\ɪmpˈe͡ɪlmənt], \ɪmpˈeɪlmənt], \ɪ_m_p_ˈeɪ_l_m_ə_n_t]\
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An inclosing by stakes or pales, or the space so inclosed.
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That which hedges in; inclosure.
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The division of a shield palewise, or by a vertical line, esp. for the purpose of putting side by side the arms of husband and wife. See Impale, 3.
By Oddity Software
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An inclosing by stakes or pales, or the space so inclosed.
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That which hedges in; inclosure.
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The division of a shield palewise, or by a vertical line, esp. for the purpose of putting side by side the arms of husband and wife. See Impale, 3.
By Noah Webster.
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