baldric

noun

bal·dric ˈbȯl-drik

: an often ornamented belt worn over one shoulder to support a sword or bugle

Etymology

Middle English baudry, baudrik, from Middle French baudré, from Old French baldrei

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of baldric was in the 14th century

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Style

“Baldric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baldric. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.

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baldric

noun

bal·dric ˈbȯl-drik

: a belt worn over one shoulder to provide a device from which to hang a sword or bugle at the opposite hip

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