pallette

noun

pal·​lette pa-ˈlet How to pronounce pallette (audio)
: one of the plates at the armpits of a suit of armor see armor illustration

Word History

Etymology

alteration of palette

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pallette was in 1834

Dictionary Entries Near pallette

Cite this Entry

“Pallette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pallette. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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