solleret

/ ˌsɒləˈrɛt /

noun

1. a protective covering for the foot consisting of riveted plates of armour

Word History and Origins

Origin of solleret¹

C19: from French, diminutive of Old French soller shoe, from Late Latin subtēl arch beneath the foot, from sub- + tālus ankle

Example Sentences

The armor was correct from helm to sollerets, with hauberk and corselet, greaves and jambards, while the gauntleted hands were crossed, in true warrior fashion, on the hilt of a long, straight sword.

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See! they are springing from their horses, and cutting their sollerets that they may rush upon us.

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