Saltier / Saltire
Dictionary note
In the 1957 Second Edition of Webster's New International Unabridged Dictionary, there is only one pronunciation given, the equivalent of: SALE tere; rhymes with here.
Saltire - Diagonal, equal-limbed cross.
Sally-port - Small heavily fortified side door from which the defenders can rush out, strike, and retire.
The roof was poor and thatched; but in strange contrast to it there ran all along under the eaves a line of wooden shields, most gorgeously painted with chevron, bend, and saltire, and every heraldic device.
Saltire crossA cross with arms set diagonally.SanctuaryUsed for the area around the main altar of a church.SanghaResidence of Buddhist monks or nuns.Sarcophagus(lit. flesh-consuming): Coffin of stone or other durable material.
 See also: Church, Altar, House, Chancel, Tower
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