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English word origin

Etymology of bevor

From Middle English baviere, from Old French baviere (“child's bib”), from baver (“to slaver”).

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Unnumbered source etymology

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noun

A portion of plate armour to protect the lower face and the neck, typically in two parts, called upper bevor and lower bevor.

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From Middle English baviere, from Old French baviere (“child's bib”), from baver (“to slaver”).

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