PAULDRON

Etymology

Noun

pauldron (plural pauldrons)

A component of plate armor that protects the shoulder.

Coordinate terms

• vambrace

Source: Wiktionary


Paul"dron, n. Etym: [See Powldron.] (Mil. Antiq.)

Definition: A piece of armor covering the shoulder at the junction of the body piece and arm piece.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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