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Gauntlet
01
épreuve de force
a form of punishment in which a person is forced to run between two lines of men facing each other and armed with clubs or whips to beat the victim
02
gantelet
a protective glove, often made of leather, worn as armor
03
épreuve de force
a glove with long sleeve
04
épreuve de force
to offer or accept a challenge
Exemple
The gauntlet shielded his fingers from the sharp edges of his sword as he sparred with his fellow knights.
If you think you can beat me in a race, I'll take up the gauntlet.
When she heard the insults, she threw down the gauntlet and challenged the other person to a fight.
When the challenge was issued, she immediately took up the gauntlet and proved her skills.
She adjusted the fit of her gauntlet, ensuring that it provided maximum protection without hindering her dexterity.