chape Meaning, Definition & Usage

Chape noun

Etymology

F., a churchman's cope, a cover, a chape, fr. L. cappa. See Cap.

Definitions

1. The piece by which an object is attached to something, as the frog of a scabbard or the metal loop at the back of a buckle by which it is fastened to a strap.
2. The transverse guard of a sword or dagger.
3. The metal plate or tip which protects the end of a scabbard, belt, etc. Knight.