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grapper.

A metal ring or leather strap on the base of a lance behind the grip, designed to stop the lance from moving backward by catching on the lance rest or on the lancer's chest and arm when the lance was tucked into the armpit.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɡɹæpəɹ/
  1. A metal ring or leather strap on the base of a lance behind the grip, designed to stop the lance from moving backward by catching on the lance rest or on the lancer's chest and arm when the lance was tucked into the armpit.

  2. A grappling hook or grappling iron.

    obsolete
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Related to grapple.

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