Volant
adjective
1.
engaged in or having the power of flight.
2.
moving lightly; nimble.
noun
3.
Also called volant piece. Armor. a reinforcing piece for the brow of a helmet.
adjective
1.
(usually postpositive) (heraldry) in a flying position
2.
(rare) flying or capable of flight
3.
(poetic) moving lightly or agilely; nimble
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