n. A glove; specifically, in medieval armor, a glove of defense, either attached to the defensive armor of the arm or separate from it.n. A long stout glove, usually for use in riding or driving. As ordinarily worn, it covers loosely the lower part of the arm.n. In a restricted sense, the wrist-cover or cuff alone of a glove.n. A mitt.n. In surgery, a form of bandage which envelops the hand and fingers like a glove.n. Hence, in general — To challenge; invite opposition with the view of overcoming it.n. Same as gantlet, 1.