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buck·ler
(bŭk′lər)n.
A small, round shield either carried or worn on the arm.
[Middle English bokeler, from Old French bouclier, from boucle, boss on a shield, from Latin buccula, diminutive of bucca, cheek.]
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buckler
(ˈbʌklə)n
1. (Arms & Armour (excluding Firearms)) a small round shield worn on the forearm or held by a short handle
2. a means of protection; defence
vb
(tr) archaic to defend
[C13: from Old French bocler, from bocle shield boss; see buckle, boss2]
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buck•ler
(ˈbʌk lər)n.
1. a round shield held by a grip and sometimes having straps through which the arm is passed.
2. any means of defense; protection.
v.t. 3. to be a shield to; protect.
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buckler
Past participle: bucklered
Gerund: bucklering
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Noun | 1. | buckler - armor carried on the arm to intercept blows scutcheon, escutcheon - a shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms |
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