mesail

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛseɪl/

The English word “mesail” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

The visor of a helmet, especially when made in two parts.

Etymology

Probably from Old French muçaille (“concealment”), via French mézail; only attested in English since the 1800s (also spelled mezail, mursail). Alternatively, a connection to muzzle has also been suggested.

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