polaina

Definitions of polaina
  1. noun
    a young oyster or other bivalve
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    type of:
    cría, vástago
    any immature animal
  2. noun
    a garment covering the leg (usually extending from the knee to the ankle)
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    types:
    botín
    legging consisting of a cloth or leather covering for the leg from the knee to the ankle
    botín
    a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles
    type of:
    prenda
    an article of clothing
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