PLATE ARMOUR
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Plate Armour.
Plate Armour - as a noun
Specially hardened steel plate used to protect fortifications or vehicles from enemy fire
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
armor platearmor platingarmour plateplate armorHypernyms (Closely Related)
platescaleshellHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A historical type of personal armor made from iron or steel plates, which superseded mail during the 14th century.
Example: "The increasing power and availability of firearms and the nature of large, state-supported infantry led to more portions of plate armour being cast off in favour of cheaper, more mobile troops."
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plate armorHypernyms (Closely Related)
body armorbody armourcataphractcoat of mailsuit of armorsuit of armourHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The knight donned his plate armour before heading into battle."
"The museum displayed a collection of antique plate armour."
"The weight of the plate armour made it difficult for the soldier to move quickly."
"The blacksmith specialized in crafting custom plate armour for noble warriors."
"During the Renaissance, plate armour became more elaborate and decorative."
