gambison Meaning, Definition & Usage

Gam"bi*son noun

Etymology

OF. gambeson, gambaison, fr. gambais, wambais, of German origin: cf. MHG. wambeis, G. wams doublet, fr. OHG. wamba, stomach. See Womb.

Definitions

1. A defensive garment formerly in use for the body, made of cloth stuffed and quilted.