buckler

¹buck·ler

noun \ˈbə-klər\

Definition of BUCKLER

1

a : a small round shield held by a handle at arm's length b : a shield worn on the left arm

2

: one that shields and protects

Examples of BUCKLER

1. <a strong and free press is our best buckler against tyranny>

Origin of BUCKLER

Middle English bocler, from Anglo-French bucler, from bocle

First Known Use: 13th century

Related to BUCKLER

Synonyms: aegis (also egis), ammunition, armor, defense, cover, guard, protection, safeguard, screen, security, shield, wall, ward

Related Words: arm, armament, munitions, weapon, weaponry; fastness, fort, fortress, palisade, stronghold

Near Antonyms: aggression, assault, attack, offense (or offence), offensive

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