Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salet
Noun
/ˈsælɪt/
Definition
A small helmet or headpiece worn in the 15th century.
Examples
- The knight donned his salet before heading into battle.
- Some salets were designed with elaborate decorations to showcase the wearer’s status.
- In medieval reenactments, participants often wear a salet to enhance authenticity.
Meaning
The term ‘salet’ refers to a type of protective headgear that covered the top and sides of the head, typically made of metal.
Synonyms
- helmet
- headpiece
- cask
