v.i & t. be adjacent to; lean upon. abutment, n. supporting part of arch, etc.; part of bridge next to land. abuttals, n.pl. land or parish boundaries. abutter, n. proprietor of premises adjacent.
The cog-wheel and rice plant stand for industry and agriculture. The stars represent the 14 states. Blue symbolizes peace. Red denotes courage. Effective date: 4 January 1974.