(こくしょう)

こくしょう
noun
national emblem; coat of arms
formalpoliticsculture
1. national emblem; national coat of arms
The official symbol representing a country, used on passports, government documents, and official buildings. Distinct from the national flag.
The national emblem is printed on the passport.
Animals are often used in the national emblems of various countries.
Japan has no national emblem established by law; the chrysanthemum crest serves as one in practice.

Formed from (こく) (country) plus (しょう) (badge, emblem), the same (しょう) as in 記章(きしょう) (badge) and 紋章(もんしょう) (crest).

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