What does brigandine mean?
A type of articulated plate armor, typically consisting of small metal plates riveted to a fabric or leather backing, often worn by men-at-arms in the 14th to 16th centuries.
Example
"The knight wore a brigandine under his surcoat to protect himself from the enemy's arrows."
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