taisteluhansikas — meaning in English

English meaning

• gage noun Something given as a pledge or security, often as a challenge to a duel or contest.
• 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

taisteluhansikas is used for these senses in English:

• gage Something, such as a glove or other pledge, thrown down as a challenge to combat (now usually figurative).
• gauntlet Protective armor for the hands, formerly thrown down as a challenge to combat.

gage — full definition

1. noun Something given as a pledge or security, often as a challenge to a duel or contest.
2. verb To pledge or pawn something as security.
3. noun A type of small, sweet plum (also called greengage).

gauntlet — full definition

1. 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").
2. noun A long glove that covers part of the forearm, worn for protection in sports or work.
3. noun A difficult or punishing ordeal one must get through, especially a barrage of criticism, obstacles, or attacks (as in "run the gauntlet").

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