Gorget

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɔɹdʒɪt/

Gorget (noun)

  1. A piece of armor worn around the neck for protection.
  2. A colored patch on a bird's throat, often seen in hummingbirds.
  3. A decorative collar or necklace worn around the neck.

Examples

  • The knight wore a gorget to protect his neck.
  • A gorget was essential for medieval soldiers.

Common collocations: wear a gorget, protective gorget, colorful gorget, identify by gorget, elegant gorget

Synonyms of Gorget

Formal

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