Ring mail is a type of armor made up of interlocking rings worn to protect the body during combat. There are several synonyms for this term, including chain mail, chain armor, and chainmaille. Chain mail is the most commonly used alternative, and it is derived from the French term for the same. Other related terms include maille, which refers to the individual rings that make up the armor, and hauberk, which is a type of ring mail that covers the torso. Regardless of the term used, ring mail has a long and rich history, having been used by warriors and knights for centuries to protect themselves in battle.