buckler

(buk′lər)

noun

Origin: ME bokeler < OFr bocler: see buckle

transitive verb

to protect by shielding; defend

See buckler in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A small, round shield either carried or worn on the arm.
A means of protection; a defense: “has enjoyed a reputation as a shield and buckler for . . . the academic avant-garde” (Donal Henahan).

transitive verb buck·lered, buck·ler·ing, buck·lers

To shield; protect.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English bokeler

Origin: , from Old French bouclier

Origin: , from boucle, boss on a shield

Origin: , from Latin buccula

Origin: , diminutive of bucca, cheek

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