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gorget
This term describes a specific anatomical placement of armor or adornment, focusing on the vulnerability of the throat. In a military history context, it refers to a functional piece of steel plate designed to prevent lethal neck wounds, often integrated into a larger suit of armor.
In a ceremonial or heraldic context, the word shifts from a protective tool to a badge of office. These ornamental versions are typically made of precious metals and serve as visual markers of rank, particularly within historical European military hierarchies.
Meanings
Examples
The knight tightened the straps of his steel gorget before the battle.
A heavy gorget is essential for protecting the neck from sword strikes.
He wore a gold gorget that shimmered under the palace lights.
Does this gorget fit properly around your collarbone?
The officer displayed his rank through a polished silver gorget.
I wonder if a leather gorget would be more flexible for scouting.
The museum exhibit features a late medieval gorget made of tempered steel.
Fasten the gorget securely so it does not shift during the joust.