What is another word for statant?
Pronunciation: [stˈatənt] (IPA) 
Statant is an adjective used to describe a heraldic animal standing on all four legs. However, there are several synonyms for this word that can be used in its place, such as rampant, salient, erect, and attentive. "Rampant" is commonly used to describe an animal standing on hind legs with front legs raised, while "salient" refers to an animal standing on its hind legs with its forelimbs raised. "Erect" is used to describe an animal standing firmly on all four legs, usually with a sense of alertness and readiness. "Attentive" is another synonym which suggests the animal is standing firmly, but with a sense of alertness and watchfulness.
