"volant piece" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: volant pieces [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} volant piece (plural volant pieces)
  1. (historical) An adjustable piece of armour for guarding the throat, etc. during jousting. Tags: historical Categories (topical): Armor

Inflected forms

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