greaves

Translations

greavesnoun
greaves
pl
After rendering the fat, the greaves were left at the bottom of the pan.
После вытапливания жира на дне сковороды остался осадок.
The knight wore greaves to protect his legs during battle.
Рыцарь носил поножи, чтобы защитить ноги во время битвы.
Synonyms
shin pads
leg greaves
shin protectors
leg armor
leg guards
shin guards
greavenoun

greaves

pl

greaves
pl
Common noun referring to a piece of leg armour.
наголенникисторический термин; часть рыцарского доспеха, защищающая голень
The knight's iron greave was dented after the fierce battle.
Железный наголенник рыцаря был помят после яростной битвы.
Additional translations
поножустар., историч.; синоним "наголенник"

Definitions

greavesnoun
The sediment or residue left after rendering fat, especially from animal sources, used in cooking or as animal feed.
The chef used the greaves to add flavor to the stew.
Armor for the leg below the knee, typically made of metal or leather, used in historical contexts.
The knight donned his greaves before heading into battle.
greavenoun
A piece of armour that protects the leg between the knee and the ankle, especially the shin.
The knight’s iron greave was dented after the fierce battle.