gauntlet in Catalan
gauntlet in Catalan is guantellet — gauntlet means a heavy protective glove, historically part of a suit of armour, traditionally thrown down as a challenge to fight (as in "throw down the gauntlet").
gauntlet in Catalan
guantellet
Protective armor for the hands, formerly thrown down as a challenge to combat.
What does "gauntlet" mean?
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noun A heavy protective glove, historically part of a suit of armour, traditionally thrown down as a challenge to fight (as in "throw down the gauntlet").
"The knight threw down his gauntlet to challenge his rival."
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noun A long glove that covers part of the forearm, worn for protection in sports or work.
"The falconer wore a leather gauntlet to protect his arm."
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noun A difficult or punishing ordeal one must get through, especially a barrage of criticism, obstacles, or attacks (as in "run the gauntlet").
"New recruits had to run the gauntlet of tough questions from reporters."
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gauntlet in a sentence
- The knight threw down his gauntlet to challenge his rival.
- The falconer wore a leather gauntlet to protect his arm.
- New recruits had to run the gauntlet of tough questions from reporters.
- She ran the gauntlet of angry fans on her way out of the stadium.
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What is "gauntlet" in Catalan?
"gauntlet" in Catalan is guantellet. gauntlet means: A heavy protective glove, historically part of a suit of armour, traditionally thrown down as a challenge to fight (as in "throw down the gauntlet").
How do you use "gauntlet" in a sentence?
Example: "The knight threw down his gauntlet to challenge his rival." In Catalan, "gauntlet" is guantellet.
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