kujanjuoksu — meaning in English
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English meaning
- gauntlet 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").
Senses
kujanjuoksu is used for these senses in English:
- running the gauntlet A form of physical punishment by which a person is compelled to run through a double line of soldiers who attempt to strike him as they pass
gauntlet — full definition
- 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").
- noun A long glove that covers part of the forearm, worn for protection in sports or work.
- noun A difficult or punishing ordeal one must get through, especially a barrage of criticism, obstacles, or attacks (as in "run the gauntlet").