1. To adorn with glittering embellishments. 'No weeping orphan saw his father's stores Our shrines irradiate, or emblaze the floors.' (Pope) ... 2. To paint or adorn with armorial figures; to blazon, or emblazon. 'The imperial ensign, . . . Streaming to the wind, With gems and golden luster rich emblazed.' (Milton) ... Origin: Pref. Em- + 1st blaze... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973