manifer

[ man-uh-fer, -fer ]

nounArmor.
  1. a gauntlet for protecting the left hand when holding the reins of a horse.

Origin of manifer

1
Alteration of Middle French main-de-fer “hand of iron”
  • Also main-de-fer [man-uh-fer] /ˌmæn əˈfɛr/ .

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How to use manifer in a sentence

  • The bridle-hand wears the mainfere (main-de-fer), while the right hand grasping the spear is gauntleted.

    Armour in England | J. Starkie Gardner
  • The bridle-hand of the rider wears the manifer (main-de-fer).

    Armour & Weapons | Charles John Ffoulkes