What does saltire mean?

n. A diagonal cross shape, like an X, often seen on flags or coats of arms.; The flag of Scotland, which has a white saltire on a blue background.

saltire

🇺🇸 /ˈsɔːltaɪər/ 🇬🇧 /ˈsɔːltaɪə(r)/

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noun

A diagonal cross shape, like an X, often seen on flags or coats of arms.

The national flag features a blue background with a white saltire.

The flag of Scotland, which has a white saltire on a blue background.

The Scottish saltire is a symbol of their national pride.

A diagonal cross shape, like an X, often seen on flags or coats of arms.; The flag of Scotland, which has a white saltire on a blue background.

Plural saltires