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单词 polder mitton
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Definition of polder mitton in English:

polder mitton

(also polder mitten)
noun ˈpɒldə mɪtnˈpəʊldə mɪtn
historical
  • A large curved piece of armour worn as reinforcement over the right arm at tournaments.

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Inventory of Henry VIII. From Middle French espaule de mouton, transferred use of espaule de mouton shoulder of mutton (from espaule + de+ mouton), the piece of armour being so called on account of its shape.

Definition of polder mitton in US English:

polder mitton

(also polder mitten)
noun
historical
  • A large curved piece of armour worn as reinforcement over the right arm at tournaments.

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Inventory of Henry VIII. From Middle French espaule de mouton, transferred use of espaule de mouton shoulder of mutton (from espaule + de + mouton), the piece of armour being so called on account of its shape.

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