Definition of "pencel" in English

noun

1. (now historical) A small pennon; a little banner, flag, or streamer.

   • The preceding extracts shew that, in some instances, each of the Judas torches was ornamented with three pencels, or little banners, fixed upon as many small spears; […] .

2. (obsolete) A lady's favour or token as worn by a knight.

3. (rare, obsolete) A knight carrying a pennon.