greave (Meaning)
Wordnet
greave (n)
armor plate that protects legs below the knee
Webster
greave (n.)
A grove.
Armor for the leg below the knee; -- usually in the plural.
Webster
greave (v. t.)
To clean (a ship's bottom); to grave.
Synonyms & Antonyms of greave
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greave Sentence Examples
- The knight's greaves protected his lower legs from enemy attacks.
- The polished greaves of the Roman legionary gleamed in the sunlight.
- The blacksmith forged the greaves with meticulous care, ensuring their durability and resistance.
- The creature's razor-sharp claws scratched against the warrior's greaves, but failed to penetrate.
- The greaves of the fallen soldier were a grim reminder of the horrors of battle.
- The bronze greaves of the ancient Greek hoplite were an iconic symbol of their military prowess.
- As the gladiator strode into the arena, the sound of his greaves striking against the cobblestones echoed through the air.
- The farmer wore greaves to protect his legs while tilling his fields in the rugged terrain.
- The knight's greaves were adorned with intricate engravings, depicting scenes from his victories.
- The ancient warrior's greaves were discovered during an archaeological excavation, providing valuable insights into past civilizations.
FAQs About the word greave
armor plate that protects legs below the kneeA grove., Armor for the leg below the knee; -- usually in the plural., To clean (a ship's bottom); to grave.
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No antonyms found.
The knight's greaves protected his lower legs from enemy attacks.
The polished greaves of the Roman legionary gleamed in the sunlight.
The blacksmith forged the greaves with meticulous care, ensuring their durability and resistance.
The creature's razor-sharp claws scratched against the warrior's greaves, but failed to penetrate.
