Miniver
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɪnɪvə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Miniver is a noun meaning A light gray or white fur used to trim the robes of judges or state executives, also used in medieval times.
Meaning
A light gray or white fur used to trim the robes of judges or state executives, also used in medieval times.
Example Sentences
Thenne came forth a lykely knyghte and wel apparaylled in scarlet furred with myneuer / And anone as he sawe syr launcelot / he demed that he shold be oute of his wytte / And thenne he said with fayre speche good man leye doune that swerd / for as me semeth / thow haddest more nede of slepe and of warme clothes / than to welde that swerd / As for that said syr Launcelot come not to nyȝ for and thow doo wete thou wel I will slee the
Word Forms
- minivers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include minever, meniver, menyvere, ermelin, moreen, merchet.
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