mascle

English

/ˈmæskəl/

noun
Definitions
  • (historical) A lozenge-shaped piece of metal, used in making scale mail.
  • (heraldiccharge) A lozenge with a smaller lozenge-shaped hole in the centre.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English mascle derived from Old French mascle.

Origin

Old French

mascle

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