buckler

/ˈbʌk(ə)lər/

Other forms: bucklers

Definitions of buckler

1. noun

   armor carried on the arm to intercept blows
   synonyms: shield

   types:

   escutcheon, scutcheon

   a shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms

   pavis, pavise

   (Middle Ages) a large heavy oblong shield protecting the whole body; originally carried but sometimes set up in permanent position

   type of:

   armor, armour

   protective covering made of metal and used in combat