GAMBESON

Etymology

Noun

gambeson (plural gambesons)

(historical) A defensive garment formerly in use for the body, made of cloth stuffed and quilted.

Anagrams

• bangsome, emo bangs

Source: Wiktionary


Gam"be*son, n.

Definition: Same as Gambison.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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