a. [ L. volans, -antis, p. pr. of volare to fly: cf. F. volant. ] 1. Passing through the air upon wings, or as if upon wings; flying; hence, passing from place to place; current. [ 1913 Webster ] English silver now was current, and our gold volant in the pope's court. Fuller. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. Nimble; light and quick; active; rapid. “His volant touch.” Milton. [ 1913 Webster ] 3. (Her.) Represented as flying, or having the wings spread; as, an eagle volant. [ 1913 Webster ]
Volant piece (Anc. Armor), an adjustable piece of armor, for guarding the throat, etc., in a joust. [ 1913 Webster ]
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