pauldron

/ˈpɔːldɹən/

Definitions

1. noun

A shoulder guard or a piece of armor covering the shoulder

“In the medieval armor, the knight wore a heavy pauldron to protect his shoulder.”

2. noun

A part of a bird’s wing, especially the outer part

“The bird’s pauldron was covered in beautiful feathers.”

Synonyms

  • shoulderarmor
  • shoulderguard

Antonyms

  • shoulderblade