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gaunt·let (gant·let)1
gauntlet (gantlet)1
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- pronunciation:
- gawnt
liht
[or]
gant
liht
- phrases:
- take up the gauntlet, throw down the gauntlet
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a metal glove worn as part of a suit of armor.
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definition 2: |
a long glove that extends above the wrist.
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phrase: |
take up the gauntlet, throw down the gauntlet |
derivation: |
gauntleted (adj.) |
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