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Alfaracis

History; Medieval

Used for good horses such as destriers in Spain from the ninth century. In Romance aufferant.

Ogee arch

History; Medieval

Pointed arch of double curved sides, the upper arcs convex, the lower concave.

Aketon

History; Medieval

Shirt-like garment of buckram stuffed with cotton, worn as padding under the hauberk.

1) A special obligation of a vassal to provide money for such occasions as his lord's ransom, the marriage of his daughter, the knighting of his son, or for going on Crusade. 2) Payment to the king ...

Segmental-pointed arch

History; Medieval

A pointed arch struck from two centres below the springing line.

Armet

History; Medieval

A closed helmet consisting of the rounded cap of the bascinet with two cheek pieces overlapping at the front when closed.

Apostate

History; Medieval

The term used to describe one who leaves religious orders after making solemn profession. It is considered a serious crime in the eyes of the church, being not only a breach of faith with God but ...