noun
bezant
Bezant (noun) means a gold or silver coin from ancient Byzantium, once used as money across medieval Europe.
noun
1
A gold or silver coin from ancient Byzantium, once used as money across medieval Europe.
2
In heraldry, a plain gold circle used as a symbol on a coat of arms, representing a coin.
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Etymology
Came into English from Middle English besaunt, from Old French bezant (nominative bezanz), which traces to Latin byzantius (“of Byzantium”).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of bezant?
"bezant" (noun) means a gold or silver coin from ancient Byzantium, once used as money across medieval Europe.
What is another word for bezant?
Other words for "bezant" include solidus, bezzant, byzant.
What are the different meanings of bezant?
"bezant" has 2 main meanings: 1. A gold or silver coin from ancient Byzantium, once used as money across medieval Europe; 2. In heraldry, a plain gold circle used as a symbol on a coat of arms, representing a coin.
