Targe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /tɑːd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Targe is a noun meaning (archaic) A small shield.
Meaning
(archaic) A small shield.
More Meanings
- (archaic) A pendant or tassel.
Example Sentences
The Bearkillers’ swordmistress danced. Her targe beat aside a spearhead, and then the backsword flicked out in a blurring thrust.
Or burley Hero [Ajax the Great] Sev'nfold Targe who bore, / With Choler furibund, vindictive Steel / Plunging in Brutal Gore; [...]
The Jester wore his usual fantastic habit, but late accidents had led him to adopt a good cutting falchion, instead of his wooden sword, with a targe to match it; [...]
But now the Moormen, stalking o'er the strand / to guard the wat'ery stores the strangers need; / this, targe on arm and assegai in hand, / that, with his bended bow, and venom'd reed[.]
Word Forms
- targes
Synonyms for targe
Depending on context, synonyms include target.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include target, tarp, tressure, taffarel, tace, tarpauling.
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