tabard Meaning & Definition
/ˈtæbɑː(ɹ)d/
What Does Tabard Mean?
Tabard is used as a noun meaning A silk banner attached to a bugle or trumpet. It can also mean A sleeveless jerkin or loose overgarment.
Tabard in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈtæbɑː(ɹ)d// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | tabards |
Tabard Definition (Noun)
- A silk banner attached to a bugle or trumpet.
- A sleeveless jerkin or loose overgarment.
- A sleeveless garment made of coarse cloth formerly worn outdoors by the common people.
- A cape or tunic worn by a knight, emblazoned with the coat of arms of his king or queen on the front.
- A similar garment officially worn by a herald and emblazoned with his sovereign's coat of arms.
Noun
- A woman's or girl's sleeveless jerkin or loose overgarment.
Synonyms of Tabard
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Tabard synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Tabard
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Tabard in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
tabard (plural tabards)
Words That Rhyme With Tabard
Origin of Tabard
From Old French tabart (“simple sleeveless overtunic; heavy overmantel”), of unknown origin.
Tabard Pronunciation
Tabard is pronounced //ˈtæbɑː(ɹ)d// and has 1 syllable.