1. (Her.)
Defn: A sentence, phrase, or word, forming part of an heraldic achievment.
2. A sentence, phrase, or word, prefixed to an essay, discourse, chapter, canto, or the like, suggestive of its subject matter; a short, suggestive expression of a guiding principle; a maxim. It was the motto of a bishop eminent for his piety and good works, … "Serve God, and be cheerful." Addison.
MOTTOED
Mot"toed, a.
Defn: Bearing or having a motto; as, a mottoed coat or device.
MOTTY
Mot"ty, a.
Defn: Full of, or consisting of, motes. [Written also mottie.]
[Scot.]
The motty dust reek raised by the workmen. H. Miller.
MOUCHOIR
Mou`choir", n. Etym: [F.]
Defn: A handkerchief.
MOUEZZIN
Mou*ez"zin, n. Etym: [F.]