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en sur·​tout | \ ¦äⁿ(ˌ)sər¦tü, äⁿ ˈsərˌtü \

Definition of en surtout

: in a centered position on another as if laid on top of it —used of one coat of arms in respect to another, especially of that of a wife in respect to that of her husband

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History and Etymology for en surtout

French, literally, as a centerpiece

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“En surtout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/en%20surtout. Accessed 13 Aug. 2022.

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