What does chanfrein in French mean?

What is the meaning of the word chanfrein in French? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use chanfrein in French.

The word chanfrein in French means chamfer, bevel, chanfron, shaffron, bridge of the nose. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word chanfrein

chamfer

nom masculin (moulure plate)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
Un chanfrein vient renforcer le plastron d'armure.
A chamfer is there to reinforce the breastplate in a suit of armour.

bevel

nom masculin (surface d'une coupe en biseau)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
Les arêtes des pierres sont atténuées par un chanfrein.
A bevel is used to soften the edges of the stones.

chanfron, shaffron

nom masculin (armure de tête de cheval) (horse armour)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
This chanfron (or: shaffron) also protects the horse's ears.

bridge of the nose

nom masculin (équidé : partie du nez aux yeux) (horse anatomy)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)

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