pavis

See also: påvis

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

French [Term?], from Latin pavensis, probably from Pavia in Italy.

Noun

pavis (plural pavises or pavisses)

  1. (historical, medieval) A large shield carried in front to protect the whole body of the soldier.

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Latin

Noun

pāvīs

  1. dative plural of pāva
  2. ablative plural of pāva
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