fauld
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A set of metal bands that attach below the chest to protect the waist
- noun
- Archaic
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falda
- Museum visitors marveled at the elaborate fauld attached to the centuries-old suit of armor.
Examples
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The knight's fauld was expertly crafted to provide mobility during battle.
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The knight wore a fauld for extra protection.
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A dented fauld revealed the ferocity of the fight that took place so long ago.
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Many ancient warriors used faulds in battle.
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Museum visitors marveled at the elaborate fauld attached to the centuries-old suit of armor.
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The knight's fauld was expertly crafted to provide mobility during battle.
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Many ancient warriors used faulds in battle.
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Etymology
Fauld comes from an old word meaning 'fold', just like the everyday word fold. A fauld is made of overlapping metal bands that 'fold' down from the breastplate to protect the lower body, so the origin explains the modern meaning.