Meaning of the word tabard in English

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

tabard

US /ˈtæb.ɚd/
UK /ˈtæb.ɑːd/
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Noun

1.

a sleeveless jacket or tunic, especially one worn by a knight over his armor and emblazoned with his coat of arms.

Example:
The knight wore a colorful tabard over his chainmail.
The herald's tabard displayed the royal crest.
2.

a short, sleeveless coat or tunic worn by a member of a religious order or by a servant.

Example:
The monk wore a simple brown tabard.
The servant donned his clean tabard before serving dinner.