Gambeson

The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • noun. A garment worn originally under the habergeon, made sometimes of leather, sometimes of thick stuff, and even wadded, to guard against bruises which might result from blows received upon the mail.
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  • noun. Same as gambison.
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  • noun. A defensive garment formerly in use for the body, made of cloth stuffed and quilted.
    • Word Usage
    "I could see the ankle-length gambeson as a great base for any kind of armoured character, honestly."
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