Meaning of the word buckler in English

What does buckler mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

buckler

US /ˈbʌk.lɚ/
UK /ˈbʌk.lɚ/

Noun

1.

a small, round shield (= in the past, a flat object made of metal or leather that soldiers held in front of their bodies to protect themselves):

Example:
The Secutor was a gladiator armed with a helmet, sword, and buckler.
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