lambrequin (redirected from lambrequins)

lam·bre·quin  (lmbr-kn, -br-kn)

n.

1. A short ornamental drapery for the top of a window or door or the edge of a shelf.

2. A heavy protective cloth worn over a helmet in medieval times.

---

[French, probably from Dutch *lamperkijn, diminutive of Middle Dutch lamper, veil.]

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	lambrequin - a scarf that covers a knight's helmet scarf - a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration
	2.	lambrequin - short and decorative hanging for a shelf edge or top of a window casing hanging, wall hanging - decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window; "the cold castle walls were covered with hangings"