vamplate

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English

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vamplate
heraldic depiction of a vamplated lance
Bavarian engraving of a tournament scene

Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From French avant (“fore”) and English plate.

Noun

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vamplate (plural vamplates)

  1. A round of iron on the shaft of a tilting lance, to stabilize and protect the hand.
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