scutum (Meaning)
scutum (n.)
An oblong shield made of boards or wickerwork covered with leather, with sometimes an iron rim; -- carried chiefly by the heavy-armed infantry.
A penthouse or awning.
The second and largest of the four parts forming the upper surface of a thoracic segment of an insect. It is preceded by the prescutum and followed by the scutellum. See the Illust. under Thorax.
One of the two lower valves of the operculum of a barnacle.
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scutum Sentence Examples
- The ancient Greek hoplites carried massive shields known as scutums into battle.
- The scutum was a large and rectangular shield used by Roman legionaries for defense.
- The outer surface of the scutum was covered in bronze or iron plates for added protection.
- The scutum provided ample cover from enemy missiles and blows from swords and spears.
- The formation of massed scutums created a formidable wall on the battlefield.
- The scutum was an essential part of Roman military equipment, enabling soldiers to withstand enemy attacks.
- The distinctive shape and ornamentation of the scutum made it a recognizable symbol of Roman power.
- The scutum was also used in gladiatorial combat, providing protection for both the combatants.
- Some scutums were adorned with intricate designs or religious symbols.
- The legacy of the scutum endures in the designs of modern shields and armor.
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An oblong shield made of boards or wickerwork covered with leather, with sometimes an iron rim; -- carried chiefly by the heavy-armed infantry., A penthouse or
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The ancient Greek hoplites carried massive shields known as scutums into battle.
The scutum was a large and rectangular shield used by Roman legionaries for defense.
The outer surface of the scutum was covered in bronze or iron plates for added protection.
The scutum provided ample cover from enemy missiles and blows from swords and spears.
