What is another word for tabard?

Pronunciation: [tˈabɑːd] (IPA)

Tabard is a sleeveless garment that is open at the sides and worn over other clothing. There are a lot of synonyms for this word such as surcoat, tunic, gown, smock, apron, cloak, shirt, and vest. A surcoat is a long coat worn over armor or other clothing, while a tunic is a loose-fitting garment that typically covers the hips. A gown is a long, formal dress or robe, often worn for special occasions, while a smock is a loose-fitting work garment typically worn over other clothes to protect them. An apron is a garment worn over clothing to protect it from dirt and spills, while a cloak is a loose-fitting, hooded garment that can be worn over other clothing. A shirt is a garment that covers the upper body, while a vest is a sleeveless garment that is typically worn over a shirt.

What are the hypernyms for Tabard?

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

What are the hyponyms for Tabard?

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

Usage examples for Tabard

They spoke, and then an upper-servant, his tabard blazoned with the yellow flame and black hammer of Karvall mills, approached his master with some tale of domestic crisis, and the two went away together.
"Space Viking"
Henry Beam Piper
The night hath not yet come; we are not quite Cut off from labor by the failing light; Something remains for us to do or dare; Even the oldest tree some fruit may bear; Not Oedipus Coloneus, or Greek Ode, Or tales of pilgrims that one morning rode Out of the gateway of the tabard inn, But other something, would we but begin; For age is opportunity no less Than youth itself, though in another dress, And as the evening twilight fades away The sky is filled with stars, invisible by day.
"The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Hence mine host of the tabard, a very competent critic, had reason for the opinion which he communicated to the Monk:- It is a noble pasture where thou go'st; Thou art not like a penitent or ghost.
"Chaucer"
Adolphus William Ward

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