tasset Definition
- 1a piece of armor designed to protect the upper thighs
- 2one of a pair of hanging pieces forming part of a cuirass or armor for the body
Using tasset: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tasset" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The knight's tassets were made of steel.
Example
The tassets were attached to the breastplate.
tasset Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for tasset
- armor plate
- thigh guard
- cuish
Phrases with tasset
tassets and cuisses
a complete set of thigh and knee armor
Example
The knight wore a full suit of armor, including tassets and cuisses.
tassets and faulds
a complete set of thigh and hip armor
Example
The tassets and faulds were intricately decorated with engravings and patterns.
tassets and greaves
a complete set of thigh and leg armor
Example
The tassets and greaves were made of overlapping steel plates for maximum protection.
Origins of tasset
from Old French 'tace', meaning 'thigh'
Summary: tasset in Brief
A 'tasset' [tas-it] is a piece of armor designed to protect the upper thighs. It is often paired with other armor pieces like cuirasses and breastplates. Examples include 'The knight's tassets were made of steel.' and 'The tassets were attached to the breastplate.'
