Hauberks are a type of medieval armor that cover the torso and arms. Synonyms for hauberks include chainmail, ring-mail, chain shirt, mail, lorica hamata, and ring armor. Chainmail is a broad term that refers to any type of armor made of interlocking metal rings. Ring-mail, chain shirt, and mail are variations of chainmail, while lorica hamata is a specific type of Roman chainmail. Ring armor is similar to chainmail, but it typically features larger rings and thicker metal. Regardless of the specific synonym used, hauberks and their variations were an important component of medieval combat gear and were used by soldiers in many different cultures throughout history.