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Word of the Day - Brassard

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brassard

/ˈbrasɑːd/
noun
1 A band worn on the sleeve, typically with a uniform.
2 historical A piece of armour for the upper arm.

Origin
Late 16th century: from French, from bras ‘arm’.

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Hugo happily wore the brassard from his regional marathon whenever he went for a jog.

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