chain armor
Definition
- Noun:
- Chain armor: A type of protective clothing historically used in warfare, particularly during the Middle Ages, consisting of many small metal rings linked together in a pattern to form a flexible mesh.
Usage
- Noun:
- The knight wore chain armor for protection in battle.
- Chain armor was effective against slashing attacks from swords.
Advanced Usage
- "A suit of chain armor": Refers to a complete set of this protective clothing covering the torso and often the limbs.
- The museum displayed a full suit of chain armor from the 12th century.
Variants and Related Words
- Chainmail (n): A common synonym for chain armor.
- Chainmail was a significant technological advancement in personal defense.
- Mail (n): A shorter, historical term for chain armor.
- The warrior's mail was heavy but provided excellent mobility.
Synonyms
- Mail: Armor made of interlinked metal rings.
- Chainmail: Flexible armor consisting of interlocked rings.
Related Phrases
- "Rings of chain armor": Refers to the individual metal loops that make up the garment.
- Each ring of the chain armor was meticulously riveted closed.
Noun
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(Middle Ages) flexible armor made of interlinked metal rings
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