spauld

/ˈspɔːld/

Definitions

1. noun

A spauld, also known as a spauld or spauld, is an archaic term for a shoulder, particularly referring to the shoulder blade.

“The old illustration depicted a knight wearing armor, which shielded his spauld from harm.”

Synonyms

  • blade
  • shoulder

Antonyms

  • hip
  • pelvis