latten

/ˈlætən/
noun
  1. A thin sheet of metal, especially brass or a similar alloy, used in the past for making things like church ornaments and armor.
    • Medieval knights sometimes wore armor made from latten.
    • The museum displayed a collection of latten candlesticks from the 15th century.
    • The old church had a beautiful cross made of latten.
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