Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
camail
noun
/ˈkæmeɪl/
Definition
A piece of armor that protects the neck and shoulders.
Examples
- The knight donned his camail before heading into battle.
- In the museum, we saw an ancient camail that had been beautifully preserved.
- The camail was essential for the warrior, providing both protection and mobility.
Meaning
Camail refers to a medieval form of armor, typically made of chain mail, designed to shield the wearer’s neck and upper body from attacks.
Synonyms
- hood
- mail coif
- neck armor
