Pallette (Noun)
Meaning
One of the rounded armor plates at the armpits of a suit of armor.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The armor was adorned with intricate designs, particularly on the pallettes that protected the armpits of the wearer.
- As he prepared for battle, Sir Edward checked that his pallettes were securely fastened to his armor.
- The museum display case featured a 14th-century suit of armor with large, overlapping pallettes to safeguard the underarms.
- A scratch on one of the pallettes indicated that the knight had seen recent action in the Crusades.
- Craftsmen at the time devoted extra attention to crafting strong yet lightweight pallettes that would shield vulnerable areas without hindering mobility.