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English → English (gcide) Definition: hatchment Achievement \A*chieve"ment\ (-ment), n. [Cf. F. ach[`e]vement, E. Hatchment.] 1. The act of achieving or performing; an obtaining by exertion; successful performance; accomplishment; as, the achievement of his object. [1913 Webster] 2. A great or heroic deed; something accomplished by valor, boldness, or praiseworthy exertion; a feat. [1913 Webster] [The exploits] of the ancient saints . . . do far surpass the most famous achievements of pagan heroes. --Barrow. [1913 Webster] The highest achievements of the human intellect. --Macaulay. [1913 Webster] 3. (Her.) An escutcheon or ensign armorial; now generally applied to the funeral shield commonly called hatchment. --Cussans. [1913 Webster]