cataphract | BabelNet

ENcataphractNoun

Armor that protects the wearer's whole body

body armorbody armoursuit of armor

A cataphract was a form of armored heavy cavalry that originated in Persia and was fielded in ancient warfare throughout Eurasia and Northern Africa.

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ENcataphractAdjective

Of a galley such as a trireme: with the upper tier of rowers shielded rather than exposed.

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