noun
- Plural of habergeon; sleeveless coats of mail or armor worn to protect the body.
Usage: archaic; historical; chiefly used in medieval contexts
Examples
- Medieval soldiers wore habergeons beneath their outer garments for protection.
- The museum displayed several habergeons from the 12th century.
- Knights often donned habergeons before entering battle.
- Habergeons were lighter and more flexible than full plate armor.