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volant

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vo·lant

adj \ˈvō-lənt\

Definition of VOLANT

1
: having the wings extended as if in flight —used of a heraldic bird
2
: flying or capable of flying

Origin of VOLANT

Middle French, from Latin volant-, volans, present participle of volare to fly
First Known Use: 1572

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