manifer
[ man-uh-fer, -fer ]
nounArmor.
a gauntlet for protecting the left hand when holding the reins of a horse.
Origin of manifer
1Alteration 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 GardnerThe bridle-hand of the rider wears the manifer (main-de-fer).
Armour & Weapons | Charles John Ffoulkes
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