jazerant Meaning, Definition & Usage

Jaz"er*ant noun

Etymology

OF. jacerant, jaseran, Sp. jacerina, cota jacerina, fr. jazarino Algerine, fr. Ar. jazair Algiers.

Definitions

1. A coat of defense made of small plates of metal sewed upon linen or the like; also, this kind of armor taken generally; as, a coat of jazerant.