adj
Uncommon
mailed
mayld
Mailed (adj) means Protected by or covered in armor made of metal rings. Example: “A mailed fist gripped the sword hilt.”
adj
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Protected by or covered in armor made of metal rings.
"A mailed fist gripped the sword hilt."
How to use mailed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWearing or covered in chainmail armor — often used figuratively for something forceful, as in "a mailed fist."
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- Comparative
- more mailed
- Superlative
- most mailed
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Etymology
From mail (armor) + -ed.
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What does “mailed” mean?
The word “mailed” means protected by or covered in armor made of metal rings. In plain terms, wearing or covered in chainmail armor — often used figuratively for something forceful, as in "a mailed fist.".
How do you pronounce “mailed”?
“Mailed” is pronounced mayld (/meɪld/ in IPA).
How do you use “mailed” in a sentence?
Here is “mailed” used in a sentence: “A mailed fist gripped the sword hilt.”
What part of speech is “mailed”?
“Mailed” is an adjective.
Is “mailed” a common word?
“Mailed” is an uncommon word in modern English.
