What is another word for baldric?

Pronunciation: [bˈɔːldɹɪk] (IPA)

A baldric is a type of belt or sash worn over one shoulder and across the chest to hold a weapon or other item. It is also sometimes referred to as a sword belt or shoulder strap. Some synonyms for baldric include bandolier, strap, sling, harness, and shoulder belt. A bandolier is a type of belt used to hold ammunition or cartridges, while a sling is a strap that is used to carry a weapon over the shoulder or across the back. A harness is a type of strap or belt used to control or direct an animal or vehicle, while a shoulder belt is a strap that is worn over the shoulder and used to secure a person while driving.

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What are the hypernyms for Baldric?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Baldric?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for baldric (as nouns)

Usage examples for Baldric

On his left arm he carried a small shield of beaten brass, and from a baldric covered with gold plates hung the straight pointless British sword that had been carried by his father in battle.
"Beric the Briton A Story of the Roman Invasion"
G. A. Henty
I gird round thy loins mine own baldric of pure silver; I place in thy hand mine own sword of plain steel; and bid thee rise to take place in council and camps amongst the Proceres of England,-Earl of Hertford and Essex.
"Harold, Book 10. The Last Of The Saxon Kings"
Edward Bulwer-Lytton
He clasped his short baldric over his smartly buttoned tunic.
"The Maids of Paradise"
Robert W. (Robert William) Chambers

Famous quotes with Baldric

  • When Freedom from her mountain-heights Unfurled her standard to the air, She tore the azure robe of night, And set the stars of glory there. She mingled with its gorgeous dyes The milky baldric of the skies, And striped its pure, celestial white With streakings of the morning light.Flag of the free, heart’s hope and home! By angel hands to valour given! Thy stars have lit the welkin dome, And all thy hues were born in heaven. Forever float that standard sheet! Where breathes the foe, but falls before us, With Freedom’s soil beneath our feet, And Freedom’s banner streaming over us?
    Joseph Rodman Drake

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