habergeon (Meaning)
Wordnet
habergeon (n)
(Middle Ages) a light sleeveless coat of chain mail worn under the hauberk
Webster
habergeon (n.)
Properly, a short hauberk, but often used loosely for the hauberk.
Synonyms & Antonyms of habergeon
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habergeon Sentence Examples
- The knight donned a sturdy habergeon beneath his ornate coat of arms.
- The habergeon provided ample protection against the thrusts and cuts of opposing swords.
- The blacksmith meticulously forged the habergeon, each link interlocking seamlessly.
- The infantry wore chain mail habergeons to deflect incoming arrows and spears.
- The habergeon's interlocking rings absorbed the force of blows, mitigating injury.
- The rattling sound of the habergeon could be heard from afar, heralding the approach of an armed force.
- The weight of the habergeon could be burdensome, but it offered unparalleled protection in battle.
- The habergeon became a symbol of valor and resilience for those who wore it.
- Historians believe the habergeon originated in the Middle Ages and played a significant role in medieval warfare.
- The design and construction of the habergeon evolved over time, reflecting advances in metallurgy and armor-making techniques.
FAQs About the word habergeon
(Middle Ages) a light sleeveless coat of chain mail worn under the hauberkProperly, a short hauberk, but often used loosely for the hauberk.
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The knight donned a sturdy habergeon beneath his ornate coat of arms.
The habergeon provided ample protection against the thrusts and cuts of opposing swords.
The blacksmith meticulously forged the habergeon, each link interlocking seamlessly.
The infantry wore chain mail habergeons to deflect incoming arrows and spears.
