noun
- a soldier armed with a pavise (large shield)
Usage: historical; medieval warfare
Examples
- The paviser stood at the front of the formation, protecting the crossbowmen behind.
- Medieval armies employed pavisers to create mobile cover during sieges.
- Each paviser carried a large wooden shield reinforced with metal.
- The pavisers advanced slowly, maintaining their defensive line.
- Crossbow units were often paired with pavisers for protection.