Meaning & use
Brigandines
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A form of body armor consisting of small metal plates riveted between layers of fabric or leather.
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The soldiers wore brigandines that allowed more flexibility than a solid breastplate.
Museum curators restored several medieval brigandines for the new exhibit.
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Plural of "brigandine," a type of armor popular in Europe from the 14th to 16th centuries, valued for balancing protection with mobility.
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plate armor
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