chain mail
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of chain mail
First recorded in 1815–25
Example Sentences
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The late Renaissance came to life in knave overalls with blousy tops, sequined skirts that suggested chain mail armor and tapestry detailing on jacket sleeves.
From Seattle Times ● May 25, 2023
Another possibility: While the mice’s skin tears easily, the armor might help protect the inner tail structure, like wearing chain mail under an easily-removed glove.
From New York Times ● May 24, 2023
Social media posts and chain mail, meanwhile, falsely claimed that Pavel was planning a general mobilization.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 28, 2023
Yes, chain mail, as in what knights and other warriors used as protection in Ye Olden Days.
From The Verge ● Aug. 4, 2022
And now the lords Bran glimpsed were tall and hard, stern men in fur and chain mail.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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