poleyn

[ poh-leyn ]

noun

, Armor.

1. a piece for the knee, made of plate or leather.

poleyn

/ ˈpəʊleɪn /

noun

1. a piece of armour for protecting the knee Also calledkneecap

Word History and Origins

Origin of poleyn¹

1350–1400; Middle English poleyn, polayne < Old French po ( u ) lain < ?

Word History and Origins

Origin of poleyn¹

from Old French polain

Example Sentences

I would fain see these youths; said you not they were but youths, Poleyn?

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