gorget

gor·get

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Definitions of gorget word

noun gorget a patch on the throat of a bird or other animal, distinguished by its color, texture, etc. 1
noun gorget a piece of armor for the throat. 1
noun gorget a crescent-shaped ornament worn on a chain around the neck as a badge of rank by officers in the 17th and 18th centuries. 1
noun gorget a wimple of the Middle Ages, worn with the ends fastened in the hair. 1
noun gorget An article of clothing that covered the throat. 1
noun gorget a collar-like piece of armour worn to protect the throat 0

before 1425

One of the 25% oldest English words

1425-75; late Middle English < Old French. See gorge1, -et

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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