gallowglasses
/ˈɡæloʊˌɡlæsɪz/
noun
- Plural of gallowglass; heavily armed mercenary soldiers from medieval Ireland or Scotland.
- The gallowglasses marched in formation behind their chieftain.
- The history book described the gallowglasses as elite fighters.
- Many gallowglasses were hired by Irish lords during the 15th century.