pavache

noun

Meaning

A large, kite-shaped shield, often emblazoned with a coat of arms, used by knights in the medieval period.

Examples

The museum displayed a collection of medieval weaponry, including a formidable pavache.
In the tournament, the knight's pavache bore the emblem of a roaring lion.

Synonyms: shield, buckler, targe, scutum

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pavache

noun

Pronunciation: pəˈvɑːʃ

Definition

A large, kite-shaped shield, often emblazoned with a coat of arms, used by knights in the medieval period.

Examples

The museum displayed a collection of medieval weaponry, including a formidable pavache.
In the tournament, the knight's pavache bore the emblem of a roaring lion.
The herald described the intricate design painted onto the warrior's pavache.

How to Use pavache

pavache of (prepositional phrase): Indicates ownership or association with a specific design or person. — "The pavache of the king was a symbol of his power."

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