Buckler

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌkələr/

Buckler (noun)

  1. A small, round shield held in the hand for protection in battle.
  2. A device or tool used to protect or defend something.

Examples

  • The knight carried a buckler for protection.
  • A buckler was used in close combat.

Common collocations: carry a buckler, wield a buckler, buckler and sword, act as a buckler, serve as a buckler

Synonyms of Buckler

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Buckler

  • when discussing protection or defense