What is another word for brigandine?

Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪɡɐndˌiːn] (IPA)

Brigandine is a type of medieval body armor that was made from overlapping metal plates that were attached to a fabric or leather backing. While the term brigandine is fairly specific, there are several other words that can be used to describe similar forms of protective armor. One example is a hauberk, which is a type of chainmail shirt that was often worn by knights in the Middle Ages. Another synonym is a coat of plates, which refers to a similar piece of armor that is made from metal plates sewn onto a fabric or leather backing. Additionally, the term Lamellar armor is sometimes used to describe a type of armor made from small, overlapping metal plates.

What are the hypernyms for Brigandine?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    armor, body armor, coat of plates, armor vest, defensive clothing.

What are the hyponyms for Brigandine?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Brigandine

For doublet I wore a buff brigandine, quilted and dagger-proof, and caught at the waist by a girdle of hammered steel; my wine-coloured hose was stout and serviceable, as were my long boots of untanned leather.
"The Shame of Motley"
Raphael Sabatini
The executioner resumed his work, and in an instant I stood stripped of my brigandine.
"The Shame of Motley"
Raphael Sabatini
Edwin's soul had become not more enamoured of the panoply of war than the gracious smiles of his admired leader, and at this intelligence he threw his plans over his brigandine, and placing a swan-plumed bonnet on his brows, hastened forth to meet his general.
"The Scottish Chiefs"
Jane Porter

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