gauntlet
gaunt
ˈgɔnt
gawnt
let
lət
lēt
/ɡˈɔːntlət/

Definition & Meaning of "gauntlet"in English

Gauntlet
01

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

a protective glove, often made of leather, worn as armor

Examples
The knight donned his steel armor, securing each piece carefully, including the gauntlets to protect his hands in battle.
03

a glove with long sleeve

04

to offer or accept a challenge

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