Mantlet (Noun)
Meaning
Portable bulletproof shelter.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The team of law enforcement officers quickly deployed a mantlet to provide cover near the suspect's vehicle.
- The mantlet used in the operation was lightweight yet highly effective against automatic rifle fire.
- Police units equipped with portable mantlets were sent to secure the perimeter of the hostage situation.
- The officers took turns approaching the target from behind the safety of their mantlet.
- The mantlet proved effective in keeping the officers safe as they attempted to negotiate with the armed suspect.