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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

CANTONED

pp. Divided into distinct parts, or quarters; lodged in distinct quarters, as troops.

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

CANTONED

CANTONED Can "toned, a.

 

1. (Her. )

 

Defn: Having a charge in each of the four corners; -- said of a cross on a shield, and also of the shield itself.

 

2. (Arch. )

 

Defn: Having the angles marked by, or decorated with, projecting moldings or small columns; as, a cantoned pier or pilaster.