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greave (gr

Leg armor worn below the knee. Often used in the plural.

[Sing. of Middle English greves, from Old French, shins.]

greave [griːv]

(Military / Arms & Armour (excluding Firearms)) (often plural) a piece of armour worn to protect the shin from the ankle to the knee

[from Old French greve, perhaps from graver to part the hair, of Germanic origin]

greaved adj

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greave - armor plate that protects legs below the knee

jambeau

armor plate, armor plating, armour plate, plate armor, plate armour - specially hardened steel plate used to protect fortifications or vehicles from enemy fire

body armor, body armour, cataphract, coat of mail, suit of armor, suit of armour - armor that protects the wearer's whole body

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