Hauberk

[hɒ:bә:k]

Definition

(noun.) a long (usually sleeveless) tunic of chain mail formerly worn as defensive armor.

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Definition

(v. t.) A coat of mail; especially, the long coat of mail of the European Middle Ages, as contrasted with the habergeon, which is shorter and sometimes sleeveless. By old writers it is often used synonymously with habergeon. See Habergeon.

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Definition

n. a tunic worn by the Norman soldiers covered with rings or mascles reaching to the knees slit at the sides or in the front and back for convenience in riding though sometimes ending in short trousers originally a piece of armour for the neck.

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