Agrafes

/əˈɡræfs/ noun

Definition

Plural of agrafe; multiple clasps or metal fasteners used to hold pieces together.

Etymology

Plural form of agrafe, maintaining the French-derived spelling while indicating more than one fastening device.

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A suit of medieval armor might have dozens of agraffes holding different plates in place—removing them was probably as annoying as untangling headphone cords!

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