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sabaton

sabaton

1 9.9
A metal cover for the foot used as armor
  • noun
  • /ˈsæbətɒn/
  • Archaic
: sabatón
  • The knight’s sabaton glinted in the sunlight as he strode across the field.

Examples

  • Many museum collections include a complete suit of armor with ornate sabatons.

  • The knight wore a sturdy sabaton on his left foot.

  • During battle reenactments, participants often wear replica sabatons to protect their feet.

  • Can you see the intricate design on the sabaton?

  • During battle reenactments, participants often wear replica sabatons to protect their feet.

  • Many museum collections include a complete suit of armor with ornate sabatons.

  • The knight’s sabaton glinted in the sunlight as he strode across the field.

Synonyms

solleret
vssabaton
  • Archaic
9.9

A metal covering for the foot that knights wore with a solid toe and heel

is the alternative historical term for the same foot armor

Surface Forms

sabaton singular
sabaton plural

Etymology

Sabaton comes from the Old French word sabatoun, which meant 'shoe' or 'overshoe'. So a sabaton is literally an armored 'shoe', and that is why it refers to the metal piece knights wore to protect their feet.