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MONTANT
Etymology 1
Noun
montant (plural montants)
(fencing, archaic) An upward cut with a blade
Etymology 2
Noun
montant (plural montants)
(carpentry) An upright piece in any framework, such as a muntin or stile
(drinking) The first scent of a cognac
Etymology 3
Adjective
montant (not comparable)
(heraldry) Ascending toward the chief of the escutcheon.
Source: Wiktionary
Mon"tant, n. Etym: [F.,prop., mounting, fr. monter to mount, fr. L. mons, montis, mountain. See Mount.]
1. (Fencing)
Definition: An upward thrust or blow. Shak.
2. (Arch.)
Definition: An upright piece in any framework; a mullion or muntin; a stile. [R.] See Stile.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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