At the present time it is not usual to name the number of pieces, but
merely the word fretty.

The _pile_ is formed like a wedge, and may be borne wavy, engrailed,
&c.; it issues generally from the chief, and extends towards the base,
but it may be borne in bend or issue from the base.

See PILE and IN PILE in Dictionary.

[Illustration: Pile]

Ex. Argent, a pile, azure.

The _inescutcheon_ is a small escutcheon borne within the shield.

[Illustration: Inescutcheon]

Ex. Argent, a pale, gules, over all an inescutcheon or, a mullet
sable.

An _orle_ is a perforated inescutcheon, and usually takes the shape of
the shield whereon it is placed.

[Illustration: Orle]

Ex. Azure, an orle, argent.

The _flanche_ is formed by two curved lines nearly touching each other
in the centre of the shield.