destrier
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of destrier
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English destrer, from Anglo-French, variant of Old French destrier, literally, “(horse) led at the right hand,” from unrecorded Vulgar Latin dextrārius (equus), equivalent to Latin dext(e)r “right-hand” ( dexter ) + -ārius -ary
Example Sentences
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Biter rode ponderously beside him on a destrier that looked ready to collapse under his weight.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
After the destrier was led off and his homage removed, Cersei nodded for the ceremonies to continue.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
"A hundred golden dragons on the Kingslayer," Littlefinger announced loudly as Jaime Lannister entered the lists, riding an elegant blood bay destrier.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
He was mounted on an armored destrier and had donned his plate and mail, and a grey steel greathelm with a horsehair crest.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
The destrier kicked at the^man's thigh to send him sprawling, and Tyrion barked laughter.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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