brassard
/ˈbræs.ɑrd/
noun
- A band or piece of cloth worn around the upper arm, often as a badge, uniform insignia, or symbol of rank or membership.
- The soldier wore a red brassard on his left sleeve to show his unit.
- Volunteers at the event each received a white brassard with the organization's logo.
- The referee's brassard helped identify him clearly on the field.
- A piece of armor that covers the arm from shoulder to elbow.
- He carefully polished the brassard until it shone like a mirror.
- In the museum, the brassard from the 15th century was displayed alongside other armor pieces.
- The knight's brassard was made of polished steel and engraved with his family crest.