Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun Same as
chamfron .
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- noun Alternative form of
chamfron (protectivearmor for ahorse 'shead , especially theface andears ).
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- noun medieval plate armor to protect a horse's head
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Examples
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The _crouptière_ and _estival_, together with the _chanfron_, were of the most costly description.
Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 (of 2) John Roby 1821
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