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chape

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chape  (chp, chp)
n.
A metal tip or mounting on a scabbard or sheath.

[Middle English, from Old French, hood, head covering, from Late Latin cappa, hooded cloak.]

chape [tʃeɪp]
n
1. (Military / Arms & Armour (excluding Firearms)) a metal tip or trimming for a scabbard
2. (Clothing & Fashion) the metal tongue of a buckle
[from Old French: hood, metal cover, from Late Latin cappa cap]
chapeless  adj


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