Gantlets

/ˈɡæntləts/ noun

Definition

Plural of 'gantlet'; multiple protective gloves, especially those worn as part of armor, or multiple challenging ordeals.

Etymology

The plural of 'gantlet,' formed regularly by adding '-s.' The word itself derives from Old French 'gantelet' through Middle English.

Kelly Says

In medieval times, metal gantlets were incredibly important because unarmored hands were one of the easiest ways to injure a knight—so they spent money on heavy, articulated metal gloves!

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