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mantlet, mantelet
1. A very short cape or cloak worn by women in the 19th century.
2. A mobile screen or shield or a portable bulletproof screen or shelter which was formerly used to protect besieging soldiers or soldiers attacking a fortress.
3. A protective military shield or armor, or similar protection; such as, that in front of a gun, or attached to the front of a tank.
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