Hauberk: meaning, definitions and examples

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hauberk

 

[ หˆhษ”หbษœหrk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medieval armor

A hauberk is a type of long shirt made of chainmail that was worn by knights and soldiers in the medieval period. It typically extends down to the thighs and may have long sleeves or be sleeveless. The hauberk was designed to protect the wearer from cuts and stabs during combat while allowing for a degree of flexibility and mobility. This piece of armor was a crucial component of a knight's battle gear, often worn over an undershirt or other forms of armor.

Synonyms

armor shirt, chainmail shirt, mail shirt

Examples of usage

  • The knight donned his hauberk before heading into battle.
  • Archaeologists discovered a well-preserved hauberk during the excavation.
  • She admired the intricate designs on the hauberk displayed in the museum.

Translations

Translations of the word "hauberk" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅŒเคฌเคฐเฅเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Harnisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ะฐะปะฑะตั€ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚ฆใƒใƒผใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜์šฐ๋ฒ„ํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุงูˆุจูŠุฑูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Žฏๅฝข้“พ็”ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ะฐัƒะฑะตั€ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒฃแƒ‘แƒ”แƒ แƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hauberk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hauberk

Word origin

The term 'hauberk' originates from the Old French word 'halberc', which referred to a type of armored coat or garment worn in the medieval period. This term itself is derived from the Germanic 'haberge', which described a protective garment made of metal links or plate. Historically, the hauberk emerged around the 11th century as knights transitioned from simpler forms of armor to more sophisticated designs that would better protect them in battle. Over centuries, the design of hauberks evolved, with changes in material and construction methods reflecting advancements in metallurgy and warfare. By the 14th century, hauberks were commonly made from riveted chainmail and often complemented with other armor like helmets and shields. The usage of hauberks diminished with the advent of plate armor in the late Middle Ages, but they remain a significant symbol of medieval chivalry and are frequently depicted in literature and popular culture.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,283, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.