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scutum
scu·tum [ skytəm ] (plural scu·ta [ skytə ])


noun 
Definition:
 
1. zoology 
Same as  scute
2. ancient Roman shield: a large shield used by legionaries in ancient Rome
[Late 18th century. < Latin, "shield"]
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