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from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A soldier who carried a pavise, or large shield.
  • noun According to some authors, a man who carried the pavise for the protection of another, as a crossbowman or archer.

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  • (n. archery). Person who carries or supports a pavis.

    August 4, 2009