baldricked
|bal-drick|
/ˈbɔːldrɪk/
(baldrick)
shoulder strap to carry a sword
Etymology
'baldrick' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'baudrier' (also spelled 'baudrek' in medieval forms), meaning 'belt for a sword or horn'.
'baldrick' changed from Middle English forms such as 'baldric'/'baldryk' (borrowed from Old French 'baudrier') and eventually became the modern English form 'baldrick'.
Initially it meant 'a shoulder-belt for carrying weapons or a horn', and this core meaning has been preserved into modern usage as the name of the strap itself.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a belt or strap worn over one shoulder to support a weapon (especially a sword) or a horn; a sword-belt.
The knight tightened his baldrick before mounting his horse.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to fit or furnish with a baldrick; to attach a baldrick to (something). (transitive)
They baldricked the ceremonial sword for the procession.
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Verb 2
past tense or past participle form of 'baldrick'.
Baldricked is the past participle of baldrick.
Adjective 1
wearing or fitted with a baldrick; described by having a baldrick.
The ceremony featured baldricked officers carrying the banner.
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Last updated: 2026/01/05 01:40