chamfron

noun

cham·​fron ˈsham-frən How to pronounce chamfron (audio)
ˈcham-
: the headpiece of a horse's bard

Word History

Etymology

Middle English chaumfreyn, from Anglo-French champfrein

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chamfron was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near chamfron

Cite this Entry

“Chamfron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chamfron. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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