courant Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cou*rant" adjective

Etymology

F., p. pr. of courir to run, L. currere. Cf. Current.

Definitions

1. (Her.) Represented as running; -- said of a beast borne in a coat of arms.

Cou*rant" noun

Etymology

F. courante, fr. courant, p. pr.

Definitions

1. A piece of music in triple time; also, a lively dance; a coranto.
2. A circulating gazette of news; a newspaper.