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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   In Ancient Greece, a metal medallion worn by men or used to ornament the harness of a horse.

Etymology

From Latin phalerae, from Ancient Greek φάλαρα (phálara) (plural of φάλαρον (phálaron)).

Related phrases

horse brass

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