tabard

tabard
noun Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French Date: 14th century a short loose-fitting sleeveless or short-sleeved coat or cape: as a. a tunic worn by a knight over his armor and emblazoned with his arms b. a herald's official cape or coat emblazoned with his lord's arms c. a woman's sleeveless outer garment often with side slits

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