What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pourpoint
Example
The knight wore a pourpoint under his plate armor for added protection. [pourpoint: noun]
Example
The pourpoint was a popular garment among noblemen during the Renaissance. [pourpoint: noun]
doublet
Example
The actor wore a doublet and hose for his performance in the Shakespeare play. [doublet: noun]
Example
The doublet was a common garment worn by soldiers during the Hundred Years' War. [doublet: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Doublet is more commonly used than pourpoint in modern English, although both words are considered archaic and are not used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pourpoint and doublet?
Both pourpoint and doublet are formal words that are typically only used in historical or literary contexts.
