pavise

Definitions of pavise
  1. noun
    (Middle Ages) a large heavy oblong shield protecting the whole body; originally carried but sometimes set up in permanent position
    synonyms: pavis
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    type of:
    buckler, shield
    armor carried on the arm to intercept blows
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